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Job Advert: SEN Teaching Assistants - High Wycombe

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Company: Teaching Personnel
Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the dedication and enthusiasm to support students in their educational journey? If so, we want to hear from you!

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team and work at schools within the High Wycombe area. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a variety of schools, supporting students with diverse needs and helping them to achieve their full potential.

• Provide one-on-one or small group support: Assist students with SEN in their learning activities, ensuring they understand and complete their tasks.
• Support the class teacher: Help in creating a stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Work closely with the SENCO and class teacher to follow tailored plans for each student.
• Foster a positive learning environment: Encourage and motivate students, promoting self-esteem and independence.
• Monitor and record progress: Maintain accurate records of students' progress and communicate effectively with teachers and parents.
• Assist with personal care: When necessary, provide support with personal care needs of students.

• Experience: Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable.
• Qualifications: A relevant qualification in education or childcare is preferred but not essential.
• Skills: Strong communication, empathy, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt and support in various roles within the classroom.
• DBS Check: Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or willingness to obtain one.

• Competitive salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
• Professional development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
• Supportive environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
• Variety: Work in different schools and with a range of students, enhancing your experience and skills.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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