At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners with complex needs through personalised teaching and development programmes.
- Company: Established specialist education provision in High Wycombe.
- Benefits: Access to free CPD courses and dedicated support from an experienced consultant.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEN support or related fields, with a focus on building relationships.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Join a specialist provision supporting learners aged 7-19 through personalised teaching, communication and independence programmes.
This role is suited to candidates who understand that effective SEN support is highly personalised and who can consistently implement strategies designed around an individual pupil.
Your Role
- Supporting personalised learning activities
- Working with pupils on communication and interaction
- Helping develop functional and practical skills
- Supporting sensory and emotional regulation
- Encouraging independence and appropriate decision-making
- Assisting with physical development and motor activities
- Supporting access to literacy and phonics
- Working with pupils individually and in small groups
- Following individualised strategies and guidance
- Liaising with teachers and other professionals
- Maintaining a safe, supportive and consistent environment
Curriculum & Approaches
The setting uses specialist curricula and approaches appropriate to pupils' individual needs. These include:
- EQUALS curriculum - Focused on essential skills with meaningful application to pupils' future lives.
- ImPACTS curriculum - Supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties through communication, cognitive, environmental control, social and emotional wellbeing and physical development.
Additional approaches include:
- SCERTS
- Intensive Interaction
- Attention Autism
- Bucket
- Little Wandle Phonics
- Low Arousal
- Rebound Therapy
Your Background
You could be a strong match if you have worked as a:
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
- Teaching Assistant
- Specialist support worker
- Care worker
- PMLD support worker
- Autism support worker
- Behaviour or pastoral support professional
Experience with complex SEN is particularly valuable, but the ability to build trusting relationships, follow individual plans and remain patient and consistent is equally important.
Work With Tradewind
You will have a dedicated point of contact through Charlie, your Education Consultant with over 10 years' education-sector experience, plus FREE access to more than 2,500 free CPD courses, resources and webinars.
Interested? Call Charlie for an introductory conversation about the role, or send your up-to-date CV and cover letter to.
Specialist Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Preston that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, immediate commission opportunities, and generous holiday allowances, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Impact Academy training programme equips you with the skills to excel in recruitment, while ongoing support from experienced mentors fosters a collaborative environment where you can achieve your career aspirations.
