Full-Time SEN TA - Oxford

SEN Teaching Assistants - Full-Time Temp to Perm Opportunities 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