SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Marlow

Salary: MPS / UPS

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: September 2026

Application Closing Date: 20th August 2026

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school, where you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to achieve their full academic, personal, and social potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties.
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, inclusive, and differentiated learning activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Create a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment that promotes confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning targets, monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Encourage the development of pupils' communication, social, emotional, and academic skills through positive support and encouragement.
• Promote positive behaviour using effective behaviour management strategies in line with the school's behaviour policy.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, therapists, and other professionals to provide the best possible outcomes for pupils.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Requirements

• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Knowledge of a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team while using your own initiative when required.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Full-time opportunity within a welcoming and inclusive school.
• A rewarding role supporting pupils’ educational experience.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on 01494 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.