SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chesham
Contract: Full-time
Salary: MPS / UPS
Start Date: October 2026
Application Closing date: 10th October 2026
About the Role
Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school. The successful candidate will work closely with an individual pupil, providing tailored support to meet their specific educational, social, emotional, and communication needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in a child's life by helping them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, develop independence, and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the pupil with communication, social interaction, and building positive relationships with peers.
- Provide support during lessons, transitions, break times, lunchtimes, outdoor activities, and school trips where required.
- Help create a safe, structured, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that meets the pupil's individual needs.
- Support the pupil with personal care, hygiene, and mobility needs where appropriate and in accordance with school policies.
- Monitor, observe, and record the pupil's progress, behaviour, engagement, and development, sharing relevant information with the class teacher and SENCO.
- Communicate effectively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure consistent support.
- Follow individual risk assessments, behaviour support plans, and other relevant school procedures.
- Follow school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, behaviour, and confidentiality.
- Take part in relevant training, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting children with SEN.
Requirements
- An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, with a commitment to promoting pupils' safety and well-being.
- A commitment to inclusion, equality, and ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.
- Previous experience working with children with special educational needs is desirable but not essential, depending on the school's requirements.
- A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
What We Offer
- Flexible working to suit your availability.
- Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on01494 840 527, or apply below.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.
