SEN Teaching Assistant – Milton Keynes

SEN Teaching Assistant – Milton Keynes

Newstaff Education, part of Newstaff Employment, is currently recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for flexible supply work in primary, secondary and specialist school settings across Milton Keynes. This Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant role involves providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour and complex learning difficulties. You will help pupils access learning, manage their emotions and develop confidence within the classroom. Day-to-day and short-term supply assignments are available, alongside opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions.

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £23,000-£30,000 per annum
Working Hours: Flexible, based on your availability
Job Type: Supply / Temporary / Day-to-Day and Short-Term Cover

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Support small groups of pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers with delivering classroom activities and lessons.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Help pupils manage challenging behaviour appropriately.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with communication and social interaction.
• Help pupils develop independence and confidence.
• Follow individual learning plans and support strategies.
• Assist pupils with classroom routines and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Follow school safeguarding and behaviour management policies.
• Maintain a safe, calm and positive classroom environment.
• Provide reliable support across different educational settings.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong, recent experience supporting pupils with special educational needs is essential.
• Previous experience working in a school or educational setting is required.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or complex learning needs.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour in a school environment.
• Experience providing one-to-one or small-group learning support.
• A good understanding of individual learning and behavioural needs.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to support pupils with emotional regulation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, understanding and supportive approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Confidence working independently and following teacher instructions.
• Flexibility to work across different schools and classrooms.
• A reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide suitable professional references and complete relevant safeguarding, right-to-work and employment checks.
• Access to a car would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible supply work to suit your availability.
• Day-to-day and short-term teaching assistant assignments.
• Opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions.
• Gain experience across different educational settings.
• Work with pupils who have a range of additional learning needs.
• Develop your SEN teaching assistant and behaviour support skills.
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role supporting children’s education.
• Access ongoing education opportunities through Newstaff Education.

How to Apply

Interested in this teaching assistant job in Milton Keynes? Don’t hang about—send us your CV, and a friendly team member at Newstaff Education Recruitment Agency will be in touch soon.

Do you have any questions or require additional information about our current education vacancies? Feel free to contact Kay at 01582 877 002 or email your CV directly to [email protected].

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Safeguarding Statement

Newstaff is committed to safeguarding children; the successful applicant will be required to hold an enhanced DBS and undergo further vetting checks, including references. If you have lived outside the UK for more than 6 months in the past 10 years, you will need to provide an overseas police good conduct check.

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