SEN Teaching Assistant

Overview

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH Specialism)

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Start Date: September 2025

Daily Rate: £90 - £120 (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)

Join a progressive, inclusive, and child-centred school in Milton Keynes, renowned for its commitment to supporting learners of all abilities, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school fosters a holistic, nurturing ethos where every pupil is empowered to reach their full potential through respect, understanding, and tailored support.

The school has a strong and proactive focus on supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Through a therapeutic and trauma-informed approach, they provide a stable and caring environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and supported to grow both academically and emotionally.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with SEMH needs. This is a pivotal role where you will work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver bespoke interventions that foster emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, and academic engagement.

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and additional needs
• Implement and adapt personalised learning, behaviour, and emotional support strategies
• Foster a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Encourage positive behavioural choices, resilience, and emotional growth
• Liaise with staff, parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure a consistent support network
• Track student progress, identify areas for development, and contribute to review meetings

• Proven experience supporting young people with SEMH or complex behavioural needs (essential)
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, TA Certification, or Psychology/SEN-related degree)
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build meaningful relationships
• Patient, empathetic, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Confident team player with excellent communication skills
• Flexible, reflective, and willing to continually develop your practice

• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your journey