SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Aylesbury (Buckinghamshire)
Salary: £90£110 per day
Start: ASAP

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting non-verbal students? Our welcoming school in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join their team and make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued. You will play a vital role in providing tailored support to students, helping them access learning and develop essential communication and life skills.

The role:

• Support non-verbal students with their learning and communication needs

• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and use alternative communication strategies

• Assist the class teacher in creating an inclusive and engaging classroom environment

• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the SENCO and teaching staff

• Promote independence and social interaction among students

The ideal candidate:

• Previous experience working with non-verbal students or within a SEN setting

• Knowledge of alternative communication methods such as PECS and Makaton

• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs

• A relevant qualification or willingness to undertake training

Benefits:

• Competitive daily pay (£90£110)

• Safeguarding training

• Weekly pay

• Dedicated support team

• Designated consultant

• £100 referral bonus for successful teacher/TA introductions (5+ shifts)

If you would like to hear more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Alberton 01296 752 499 and apply below.

Supply Desk is working in partnership with several Local Authorities and represents a host of opportunities across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. In addition to competitive rates of pay and professional development opportunities, we offer a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you at every step.

Due to the high response to online adverts, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offers a £100 Golden Hello for anyone who introduces a teacher or teaching assistant. Contact us for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hartwell

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Published at

25-03-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English