Teaching Assistant (Range 2) - Booker Park School

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant at Booker Park School in Aylesbury. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, implementing individual education plans, and providing personal care. Comprehensive training is provided, promoting professional development. The position is for 32.5 hours per week during term time, and ideal candidates should be resilient, communicative, and passionate about working with children.

Benefits

Financial rewards and discounts

Generous pension scheme

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Resilience and common sense.
• Positive attitude towards children with special needs.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with individual education and behaviour plans.
• Support learning in various settings.
• Provide personal care and administer medication.

Skills

Communication with school community

Confidence in liaising with professionals

Good knowledge of ICT

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Range 2) - Booker Park School

Location: Aylesbury

Would you like to be part of a dedicated team and help transform a child’s life?

If you’re passionate about making a difference and understand the importance of supporting the most vulnerable in our society, we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t need extensive training before starting—just enthusiasm, a genuine interest in working with children, and a willingness to learn.

We are currently seeking Teaching Assistants to join our team at Booker Park School, supporting students with a range of special educational and complex needs.

Also, as part of Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll enjoy:

• Financial rewards and discounts at local shops, cafés, and restaurants
• Access to a generous pension scheme
• A free, confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Term time only: Yes

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week/39 weeks per year (Term Time including INSET days)

Interviews to be held: As suitable candidates apply.

About us

At Booker Park School we look for all our young people to be successful learners enabling them to achieve in a caring and supportive environment. The school is a member of the Vale Federation of Special Schools, together with the secondary school Stocklake Park, and its post-16 site Harding House.

Working under the guidance of teaching and senior class staff, this rewarding—yet sometimes challenging—role involves supporting students to access and engage with teacher-led curriculum and learning activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the implementation of individual education and behaviour plans.
• Supporting learning both in the classroom and in alternative settings.
• Providing personal care, attending to hygiene needs, and administering medication.

Comprehensive training is provided to support you in the role, and we actively encourage continued professional development for all staff.

For further details please see the Job Description and Candidate Pack.

About you

We are looking for individuals who bring resilience, common sense, and a strong team spirit to their work.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and a genuine appreciation for encouraging independence in students with special educational and complex needs.

Key attributes include:

• The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school community
• Confidence in liaising with other professionals to implement recommended strategies
• A good working knowledge of ICT to support learning effectively
• A commitment to ongoing training and professional development

For further details please see the Person Specification and Candidate Pack.

Other information

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below.

Please send completed application forms to the email address below.

The Vale Federation of School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children which will be reflected throughout recruitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, satisfactory references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and online health check.

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.