Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 16,236 - 21,217; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network in Bracknell is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. You will work 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum and help with speech, language and social skills development.

You will collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to adapt learning materials, promote wellbeing and safeguarding, and reinforce positive behaviour. No previous experience required; full training and ongoing support provided.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, patient, and passionate about working with children with SEN.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to remain calm, consistent, and professional in challenging situations.
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children’s learning.
• No previous experience required; full training and support provided.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum.
• Assist with speech, language, communication, and social skills development.
• Help children build confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to adapt learning materials and lessons.
• Promote well-being, inclusion, and safeguarding at all times.
• Support classroom management and positive behaviour strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

Location: Bracknell

Contract: Full-time or part-time, term-time only

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £88-£115 per day

About the School

We are a friendly, inclusive Bracknell school committed to providing high-quality education for children with special educational needs (SEN). Our pupils have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and learning disabilities.

Your Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum.
• Assist with speech, language, communication, and social skills development.
• Help children build confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to adapt learning materials and lessons.
• Promote well-being, inclusion, and safeguarding at all times.
• Support classroom management and positive behaviour strategies.

Person Specification

• Empathetic, patient, and passionate about working with children with SEN.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to remain calm, consistent, and professional in challenging situations.
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children’s learning.
• No previous experience required; full training and support provided.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Training and CPD opportunities in SEN, Autism, SEMH, and teaching strategies.
• The chance to gain hands‑on experience in special educational needs support.
• Opportunities to progress into teaching, therapy, or SEN leadership roles.
• A rewarding role helping children achieve their full potential.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and helping them reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence on (phone number removed) for more information. You must have the right to work in the UK.