Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Winding Wood; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for specialist schools in Reading starting September. The role involves supporting pupils with MLD/SLD/ASD, delivering tailored lessons, and helping implement EHCP targets in both primary and secondary contexts.

You will support individuals and small groups, promote independence and social development, and provide emotional support as needed within a collaborative team. Training and development are offered.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting children with SEN.
• Experience with MLD/SLD/ASD preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups across primary and secondary settings.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored, engaging lessons.
• Help implement EHCP targets and personalised learning strategies.
• Encourage independence, communication and social development.
• Provide emotional and behavioural support where needed.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Flexible

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant's Needed – Full-Time, Part-time and Day to Day

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants for our specialist schools in Reading this September.

About the Schools

These welcoming and supportive SEN schools caters for primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of needs, including:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The schools prides themselves on its inclusive environment, strong teamwork, and commitment to helping every pupil reach their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups across primary and secondary settings
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored, engaging lessons
• Help implement EHCP targets and personalised learning strategies
• Encourage independence, communication, and social development
• Provide emotional and behavioural support where needed

This is a full-time position, offering a rewarding opportunity to be part of a passionate and experienced team.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine interest in supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with MLD, SLD, or ASD (preferred but not essential)
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting diverse needs

What’s On Offer

• Supportive and collaborative school environments
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact every day
• Competitive pay, depending on experience

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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