SEN Support Assistant: Empower Students in Reading

Academics; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant for a Specialist School in Reading, starting September 2026. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities, with a daily rate in the Pay Scale of £90.00 - £105.00.

You should be caring and enthusiastic, with experience in education, care, youth work, psychology, or support work, and a passion for helping children succeed.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude and enthusiasm for helping children.
• Experience or willingness to work with children with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication, and social development.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Work with teachers and specialists to support individual learning plans.
• Encourage pupil independence and confidence throughout the day.
• September 2026 start in Reading location.

Skills

Caring attitude

Experience with SEN

Job description

Academics is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant for a Specialist School in Reading, starting September 2026. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities, with a daily rate in the Pay Scale of £90.00 - £105.00.

You should be caring and enthusiastic, with experience in education, care, youth work, psychology, or support work, and a passion for helping children succeed.