Teaching Assistant

Posted 23/08/26
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, South East
£95 - £110 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Join a thriving school in the heart of Buckinghamshire where you can truly make a difference to young learners' journeys. We are seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to provide invaluable support across our primary phase, assisting pupils with diverse needs, including those requiring special educational needs provision. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated individuals looking for flexible contract options, ranging from long-term and short-term daily supply to permanent placements, starting as soon as possible. You will play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive and stimulating educational environment, directly contributing to pupils' academic and personal growth within a mainstream setting.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide attentive support to individual pupils or small groups within the classroom.
* Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering engaging learning activities.
* Support the implementation of personalised learning plans for pupils with SEN.
* Help maintain a positive, safe, and orderly classroom atmosphere.
* Encourage pupils' independence and social development throughout the school day.
* Contribute to the assessment and tracking of pupil progress under teacher guidance.

About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children in their education.
* Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role is essential.
* A strong understanding of effective strategies for assisting pupils with special educational needs is highly valued.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to connect effectively with pupils and staff.
* Your approach is proactive, adaptable, and consistently positive.
* You are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

Why Join
This is an exceptional chance to become part of a welcoming school community where your contributions are genuinely valued. You will benefit from a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development, earning a competitive daily rate of £95 - £110. Your dedication will directly impact the lives of children, helping them to thrive academically and personally every single day.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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