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Learning Support Assistant

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Slough
Date posted : 24/09/26
  1. Flexible Working
£92.63 - 99.63 per day

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day with Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you have experience working in education, care, support work, or a similar role where you've helped others thrive?

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support schools across Slough and the surrounding areas. We have a range of opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, long-term placements, and permanent positions, offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning and achieve their individual goals. Every day is different, and you'll play a key role in building confidence, independence, and positive learning experiences.

You may support students with:

  • Autism (ASC)
  • ADHD
  • Learning Difficulties
  • Speech and Language Needs
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
  • Physical or Complex Needs

Opportunities are available in mainstream schools, specialist provisions, and SEN settings throughout the local area.

We're Looking For Individuals Who:

  • Have experience supporting children or adults with additional needs
  • Have worked in schools, care homes, residential settings, support work, youth work, or similar environments
  • Are patient, empathetic, and resilient
  • Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • Have a proactive approach and a genuine passion for helping others succeed

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

  • Flexible working options to fit around your schedule
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Access to both temporary and permanent school-based roles
  • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
  • Dedicated support from your local recruitment consultant
  • Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience and develop your career within education

Ideal for Candidates From Backgrounds Such As:

  • Teaching Assistants
  • SEN Teaching Assistants
  • Care Assistants
  • Support Workers
  • Residential Care Workers
  • Youth Workers
  • Psychology, Criminology, or Education Graduates
  • Nursery and Early Years Practitioners

Apply Now

Whether you're looking for regular supply work, a long-term placement, or the security of a permanent role, we'd love to hear from you.

Start making a positive impact in local schools and join Teaching Personnel's growing network of SEN support staff across Slough.

Slough & Surrounding Areas
Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities
⏰ Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Work Available
Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Positions Available

Apply today and take the next step in your education career with Teaching Personnel.

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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