SEN Learning Support Assistant

SEN Learning Support Assistant – Primary School
Location: Reading
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: Competitive daily rate
Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help young learners thrive in a primary school environment?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting a SEN Learning Support Assistant to work within welcoming and supportive primary schools in Reading for a September 2026 start.

The Role:

As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs
• Support children with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social/emotional needs
• Assist the class teacher in creating an inclusive learning environment
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence
• Help manage behaviour positively and effectively

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable
• A caring, patient, and resilient attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications or transferable experience are advantageous
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children’s development

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive pay rates paid weekly
• Flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a career in education, we would love to hear from you.

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.
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