SEN Teaching Assistant New

Are you a nurturing, patient, and resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs?

A welcoming school in Aylesbury is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team and work closely with students with Moderate Learning Difficulties. This is an exciting opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference, helping young people develop confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally.

You will play a key role in creating a positive and accessible learning experience for students. You will provide tailored support in the classroom, as well as through one-to-one and small group interventions, helping students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

This role would suit someone looking to develop their experience within Aylesbury while making a meaningful contribution to the lives of young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Aylesbury

• Provide in-class, 1:1, and small group support for students with MLD
• Support students with literacy, numeracy, and structured learning tasks
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted, engaging, and accessible lessons
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, calm, and structured classroom environment
• Build strong, trusting, and supportive relationships with students
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits
• Support pupils' social, emotional, behavioural, and academic development
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider support team to meet individual needs

Requirements

• Previous experience working in SEN, particularly with MLD (preferred)
• Experience working with secondary-aged students or young people
• A patient, resilient, compassionate, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt your approach to different learning needs, abilities, and behaviours
• Reliable, committed, and enthusiastic about supporting young people
• A genuine desire to build a rewarding career in education and SEN support

Perks and Benefits

• Valuable experience within a supportive secondary school in Aylesbury
• Ongoing training, guidance, and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative staff team
• Opportunity to develop your SEN and education experience
• Opportunity to make a measurable and meaningful impact on students' progress
• A highly rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a difference
• Excellent opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant to build long-term experience within education

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for. Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Aylesbury, and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch shortly to discuss the opportunity with you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.