At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs and promote a positive learning environment.
- Company: Join a friendly, inclusive school in Maidenhead with a focus on advocacy and social justice.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, exclusive discounts, and access to professional development courses.
- Other info: Join the UK's eco-friendly education supply agency with 24/7 consultant support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and support their growth.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN preferred; passion for helping young people is essential.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
SEN Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead
Contract Type
Full-time, Term-time only
Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking a dedicated
SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive school in Maidenhead.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties
- Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored support and learning interventions
- Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs)
- Encourage student participation and independence within the classroom
- Provide one-to-one and small group support where required
- Promote a positive and nurturing learning environment
Requirements
- Experience working with children with SEN (school-based experience preferred)
- Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
What We're Looking For
- Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields.
- Non-graduates with relevant experience in youth work, mentoring, or social care are also encouraged to apply.
- A strong interest in working with young people who are at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
- Sincerity is key - what drives you, and why do you want to support some of the most vulnerable children in society?
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach, with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
- Experience (voluntary or paid) with vulnerable young people, SEMH, or youth offending (desirable but not essential—full training provided).
- A genuine passion for advocacy, social justice, and rehabilitation.
Benefits to YOU
• Excellent rates of pay!
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance.
- Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
- Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
- Access to our FREE Perks Portal - exclusive discounts (our version of the Blue Light Card).
- 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy.
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
- FREE Educator Wellbeing e Book & access to our wellbeing hub.
• School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!
- 24/7 support from your personal consultant.
- Our *Unbottled* division brings lived-experience speakers into schools.
• We're located across England & North Wales with 9 offices!
• Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!
Why choose Milk Education?
Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency focused on putting educators first.
We're committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.
We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment.
All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with Df E, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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