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SEN Learning Support Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Reading
Date posted : 16/03/26
  1. Flexible Working
£90 - 110 per day

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant – Primary School
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Employer: Teaching Personnel (Education Recruitment Agency)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to work in a welcoming primary school in Reading. This role involves supporting pupils in the classroom to help them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential within a positive and inclusive school environment.

You will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to assist pupils who may require additional support with their learning, social development, or engagement in lessons.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils who require additional learning support

  • Assist the class teacher with classroom activities and lesson preparation

  • Support pupils with their academic progress and engagement in lessons

  • Encourage positive behaviour and participation in learning activities

  • Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment

  • Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the teaching staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Experience working with children in a school or similar setting

  • A patient, caring, and supportive approach

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

Requirements

  • Relevant experience working with children or young people

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

  • Two professional references

  • Right to work in the UK

What Teaching Personnel Offers

  • Competitive weekly pay

  • Access to professional development and training opportunities

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting children in their learning and want to make a positive impact in a primary school setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to Teaching Personnel to be considered for this rewarding Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Reading.

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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