SEN Teaching Assistant
Posted 02/09/26About the Role
Join a supportive school in Buckinghamshire, within a specialist SEN provision, as an SEN Teaching Assistant dedicated to fostering positive educational experiences. You will provide crucial support to secondary-aged pupils presenting with complex needs, enabling them to access an adapted curriculum effectively. This impactful role involves promoting independence and developing essential life skills, ensuring every pupil can thrive within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct, tailored support to secondary-aged pupils with a diverse range of complex special educational needs.
* Assist class teachers in the delivery of an adapted curriculum, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
* Encourage and facilitate the development of pupils' independence and essential life skills.
* Contribute to creating a positive, stimulating, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, therapists, and other support professionals.
* Support the implementation of individual education plans and specific learning strategies.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting pupils with complex special educational needs, particularly within the secondary phase.
* An empathetic, patient, and resilient approach is crucial when working with young people.
* You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with pupils, staff, and parents.
* You are proactive in adapting support strategies to meet individual learning styles and needs.
* A strong commitment to fostering positive learning outcomes and promoting pupil wellbeing is essential.
* You are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people every day, thriving within a specialist and dedicated environment focused entirely on pupil success. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate of £90 - £115, securing a truly rewarding position with opportunities for long-term engagement. Become an integral part of a collaborative team committed to professional growth and delivering outstanding support.
Join a supportive school in Buckinghamshire, within a specialist SEN provision, as an SEN Teaching Assistant dedicated to fostering positive educational experiences. You will provide crucial support to secondary-aged pupils presenting with complex needs, enabling them to access an adapted curriculum effectively. This impactful role involves promoting independence and developing essential life skills, ensuring every pupil can thrive within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct, tailored support to secondary-aged pupils with a diverse range of complex special educational needs.
* Assist class teachers in the delivery of an adapted curriculum, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
* Encourage and facilitate the development of pupils' independence and essential life skills.
* Contribute to creating a positive, stimulating, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, therapists, and other support professionals.
* Support the implementation of individual education plans and specific learning strategies.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting pupils with complex special educational needs, particularly within the secondary phase.
* An empathetic, patient, and resilient approach is crucial when working with young people.
* You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with pupils, staff, and parents.
* You are proactive in adapting support strategies to meet individual learning styles and needs.
* A strong commitment to fostering positive learning outcomes and promoting pupil wellbeing is essential.
* You are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people every day, thriving within a specialist and dedicated environment focused entirely on pupil success. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate of £90 - £115, securing a truly rewarding position with opportunities for long-term engagement. Become an integral part of a collaborative team committed to professional growth and delivering outstanding support.
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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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