* Teaching Assistant Range 2NEWFast Apply# Teaching Assistant Range 2EmployerLocation: Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £19,098-£20,631 per annum (FTE £25,625-£27,770)Posted: 8th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 4th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1523289Job Reference: BP/TA2Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1523289* Share :Empowering Every Child – Join Us as an SEN Teaching Assistant!Weekly Hours 32.5 hours per week: Monday/Thursday/Friday 8:45am to 3.15pm, Tuesday 8:45am to 4:15pm, Wednesday 8:45am to 4:45pm. Term TimeInterviews to be conducted as suitable candidates applyWhat You’ll Do• Support pupils with SEN to ensure their safety, inclusion, and engagement in learning activities.• Assist with individualised programmes, including Therapy and Personal Care Plans, and carry out clinical procedures following training and competency sign-off.• Build positive, constructive relationships with pupils, promoting independence, confidence, and self-esteem.• Provide feedback on pupil progress and achievement under teacher guidance.• Contribute to school life, including trips, activities, and supervision outside lesson times.Training & DevelopmentWe believe in investing in our team. As part of the Vale Federation, you will:• Participate in regular training sessions• Receive specialist SEN training, including clinical procedures, hoisting, and personal care.• Access ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.About You• Passionate about supporting pupils with SEN and promoting inclusion.• Patient, empathetic, and able to build strong relationships.• Reliable, resilient, and adaptable to meet diverse needs.• Committed to teamwork and continuous learning.What We Can Offer You• Ample free onsite parking• Large staffroom with resourced kitchen with complimentary hot and cold beverages• Employer contribution pension scheme, with Life Cover• Access to employee benefits including discounts on travel and purchases from local shops, cafes and restaurants• 24 hour free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme• Annual Flu VaccinationIf you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career in education, we’d love to hear from you!Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Lynne Worley (HR Officer)We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we appoint an appropriate candidateIf you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date you must assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessfulWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we appoint an appropriate candidate.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:**Safeguarding at The Vale Federation**The Vale Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references, undertake pre-employmaent checks including a health check and have a cleared Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check. An online search (including social media checks) will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process### Booker Park School