SEN Teaching Assistant

A leading and award-winning Special Educational Needs (SEN) school group is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their growing team in Reading. Renowned for excellence in specialist education, this group offers a nurturing, inclusive, and well-resourced environment for both students and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with a range of complex needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning plans
• Promoting a safe, supportive, and stimulating classroom environment
• Encouraging the social and emotional development of pupils

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in school or care settings)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils
• Right to work in the UK (this school group is unable to offer visa sponsorship)

Desirable but not essential:

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE, NVQ Level 2/3, or equivalent)
• Team Teach or other de-escalation training

In return, the school offers:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing school group

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children with SEN to thrive and reach their full potential.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, education history and contact details.

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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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