Location: Oxford - OX2, OX3 & OX4
Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time, term-time only - Temp to Perm
Schools: 7 specialist SEN schools
We are currently recruiting for 5 enthusiastic, caring and reliable SEN Teaching Assistants to work across 7 specialist SEN schools in Oxford.
These are excellent opportunities for individuals looking to build a rewarding career supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The roles are full-time, Monday to Friday and offer the potential to become permanent following a successful temporary period.
Previous experience working in an SEN setting is advantageous but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with transferable experience who are passionate about working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
Suitable experience may include:
Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant
Youth Worker or Youth Mentor
Support Worker or Care Worker
Healthcare Assistant
Nursery or Early Years Practitioner
Behaviour Support Worker
Residential Support Worker
Sports Coach or Activity Leader
Tutor, Cover Supervisor or Classroom Volunteer
Parent/carer with relevant transferable experience
Customer service, hospitality, retail or other people-focused backgrounds
Key skills and qualities
The successful candidates will demonstrate:
Patience, empathy and compassion
Excellent communication and listening skills
The ability to build positive relationships with children and young people
A calm and professional approach to challenging situations
Reliability, resilience and a positive attitude
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Good organisation and time management
A willingness to learn about SEN and develop professionally
A genuine commitment to supporting pupils to reach their potential
Experience supporting children or young people with autism, ADHD, complex needs, challenging behaviour or other SEN would be beneficial, although full training and support will be provided to the right candidates.
What we offer
Full-time Monday to Friday employment
8:30am - 4:00pm working hours
Term-time only
Temp-to-perm opportunities
Opportunities across 7 specialist SEN schools
Paid trial day as part of the recruitment process
Valuable experience within specialist education
Ongoing support and guidance throughout the recruitment process
All candidates will be required to successfully complete the relevant safeguarding and vetting checks before attending a paid trial day.
If you are caring, dependable and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for these exciting full-time SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Oxford.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£95.00 - £105.00 per day