Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant - September Start

Envision Education; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education in High Wycombe is seeking an Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant for a September start. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, supporting pupils with additional needs within a welcoming school environment.

You will assist with one-to-one and small group learning, help pupils access the curriculum, foster inclusion, and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills within an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with learning, development and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SEND team to support individual needs.
• Assist pupils with communication, social and emotional development.
• Support pupils with additional learning, behavioural or communication needs.
• Promote safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all pupils.

Skills

Passion for SEND

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Caring & patient

Willingness to learn

Ability to commute to High Wycombe

Job description

Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant - High Wycombe | September Start

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to start or develop your career in education? We are currently recruiting for a confident, patient and enthusiastic Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in High Wycombe for a September start.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while making a positive impact on their learning, development and wellbeing. Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is highly desirable.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with their learning, development and classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to support individual learning needs.
• Assist pupils with communication, social and emotional development.
• Support children who may have additional learning, behavioural or communication needs.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Adapt activities and provide appropriate support to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
• Promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all pupils.

What We're Looking For

• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 4:00pm).
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Previous experience working with children, young people, SEND or in a care/support setting is desirable but not essential.
• A patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• The confidence to support children with a range of additional needs.
• A willingness to learn and develop your skills within an educational setting.
• The ability to commute to or work within the High Wycombe area.

Pay: Competitive rates of pay, dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.