Reading & SEND Support Assistant

Wrenn School; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Wrenn School in the United Kingdom is seeking a SEND Assistant/Reading Assistant to support students across key stages. You will work with individuals or small groups, promote reading interventions, and assist classroom teachers to deliver inclusive instruction.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, resilience, and a proactive approach to helping every student thrive, with a 35-hour week across 39 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• A genuine aptitude for working with young people and supporting their learning.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while using initiative.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and prioritising tasks.
• Knowledge of SEND and/or experience delivering literacy interventions.
• Positive, flexible and resilient approach with a can-do attitude and willingness to develop.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one or in small groups to aid learning.
• Assist within the classroom to support reading and general literacy.
• Contribute to safeguarding and an inclusive educational environment.

Skills

Aptitude for working with young people

Safeguarding responsibilities

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Knowledge of SEND

Literacy intervention experience

Job description

Wrenn School in the United Kingdom is seeking a SEND Assistant/Reading Assistant to support students across key stages. You will work with individuals or small groups, promote reading interventions, and assist classroom teachers to deliver inclusive instruction.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, resilience, and a proactive approach to helping every student thrive, with a 35-hour week across 39 weeks per year.