1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School

The Ridgeway Primary School; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ridgeway Primary School in Reading is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil.

The role is fixed term for 6 months, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Candidates should have experience with SEN children in a primary setting, a nurturing approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a child with SEN in a primary school.
• Experience supporting a Year 3 pupil is desirable.
• Patient, self-motivated and able to engage children positively.

Responsibilities

• Support a Year 3 pupil with learning and behavioural needs.
• Assist planning, differentiation and classroom activities.
• Engage with families and colleagues to secure positive outcomes.

Skills

SEN support

Patience

Year 3 support

Team collaboration

Job description

Fixed Term Contract for 6 months - 8.30am to 3.30pm – 32.5 Hours per week – term-time only - Required ASAP

“The Ridgeway Primary is an inclusive place with a strong caring ethos. The school has high expectations for its pupils across all aspects of school life. The environment is calm and purposeful. Pupils are proud to belong to this school. They are rightly confident that staff will support them if they have any worries. They are happy, respectful and very well cared for.” (Ofsted January 2025)

The Ridgeway is a nurturing and friendly school situated within a diverse community in South Reading, with enthusiastic, happy pupils who enjoy learning and a committed and highly motivated team.

We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated and patient SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child in Year 3. Experience of working with SEN children within a primary school would be beneficial.

In order to support this position and to secure excellent outcomes for our pupils, we can offer ongoing training and professional development.

We are looking for a professional who:

• has a nurturing and inclusive approach to all children and their families;
• can positively engage and support children with their learning;
• has high expectations for children’s learning and behaviour, and can apply these consistently;
• can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, professionals and parents.