Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have experience working with children or transferable skills from roles such as care/support work, emergency services, military, residential care, or coaching? If so, we want to hear from you!
Our partner schools in Milton Keynes are actively seeking multiple Teaching Assistants to provide essential support to children with SEN. These rewarding positions involve working either one-on-one or in small group settings, helping students thrive in a structured and nurturing environment.
No prior school experience? No problem! As long as you have the dedication, patience, and enthusiasm to work with children, we encourage you to apply.
What’s in It for You?
✅ Sociable working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (hours may vary by up to 45 minutes) ✅ No weekend work – enjoy your weekends free! ✅ A fulfilling role where you’ll support and inspire children with SEN ✅ Opportunities for career growth, with temp-to-perm options available ✅ A collaborative work environment where you’ll work alongside teachers and therapists ✅ The chance to be a positive role model, providing encouragement and motivation to students
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Experience working with SEN children (preferred but not essential) ✔ A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one) ✔ Passion for working with children – this is a must! ✔ Ability to take initiative and get involved in classroom activities – essential!
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
✨ Competitive pay rates and staff benefits ✨ Ongoing professional development and training opportunities ✨ A dedicated consultant available to support you 24/7
⚠️ Kindly Note: Applications are open only to UK residents, or if you hold an overseas police clearance check. If you have recently moved to the UK, you must provide a police clearance check from your previous country of residence.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, don’t wait—apply today! We look forward to welcoming passionate individuals who want to make a real difference in children’s lives.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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