SEN Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead

SEN Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead

Location: 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 eBook & 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!

Equal opportunities employer: 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.