SEN Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working opportunities

Access to CPD courses

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term, permanent, daily supply

Weekly PAYE with no umbrella costs

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is actively seeking experienced SEN Learning Support Assistants to work in Reading area schools. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 basis, small groups, or within class settings.

You will assist with interventions, collaborate with teachers and SEN coordinators, and implement strategies to promote inclusive learning, positive behaviour, and pupil confidence. Immediate and ongoing opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as SEN Teaching Assistant or similar support role.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs in schools, care, or specialist settings.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, resilient, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to adapt to individual pupil needs.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will support pupils with SEN including autism, ADHD, and speech/language needs.
• Deliver tailored interventions and learning activities in line with individual support plans.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils to encourage confidence, engagement, and independence.

Skills

SEN Learning Support Assistant

1:1 support

Group support

Behaviour management

Job description

Location: Reading, Berkshire
Pay: Starts at £14.25 per hour
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Supply Opportunities
Start Date: Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities Available

Teaching Personnel is seeking experienced and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants to work in a variety of supportive and welcoming schools across the Reading area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

We are looking for candidates with proven experience working with children who have additional needs and who are confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or within the classroom environment.

As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language needs, and SEMH.
• Deliver tailored interventions and learning activities in line with individual support plans.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils to encourage confidence, engagement, and independence.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN LSA, Learning Support Assistant, or in a similar support role.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs within a school, care, or specialist setting.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach.
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses.
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and daily supply positions.
• Weekly pay through PAYE with no hidden umbrella costs.

If you have a genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and possess the experience needed to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you.

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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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