Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Reading)

Axcis Education Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant special school in Reading. This role involves supporting students with diverse needs, including autism and ADHD, ensuring they receive personalized care and encouragement. Collaborating with a dedicated team, you'll help foster academic and emotional growth in a nurturing environment. If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people, this opportunity offers the chance to grow professionally while impacting the future of remarkable students.

Benefits

Training provided for personal care tasks

Valuable experience in education

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• 3+ months experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Ability to adapt to different communication styles.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups with tailored learning.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to aid emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Calm confidence

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

Location: Reading Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Contract: Full-time, long-term Start date: September 4th In a vibrant and inclusive all-through special school in Reading, a new opportunity awaits: we’re searching for a compassionate, committed and quick-thinking SEND Teaching Assistant to join a team that’s warm and professional. Here, pupils aged 4 to 19 are celebrated for their individuality. The school caters for a wide range of needs including autism, ADHD, profound learning difficulties, communication difficulties and complex medical and behavioural needs, and prides itself on delivering tailored support, creative solutions and the highest standard of care. Your Mission You’ll be a constant source of encouragement and calm in the classroom and beyond. On one occasion, you might be using visual aids or Makaton to help a non-verbal child communicate, whereas on another, you may be working alongside a teenager who is dysregulated and struggling to manage their behaviour. Through it all, you’ll be collaborating with teachers, therapists and other TAs to nurture progress—academic, emotional and personal. What You’ll Be Doing • Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups, adapting to different communication styles and needs • Helping deliver lessons and learning activities in line with EHCP goals • Offering personal care (e.g. toileting, mobility, feeding) where needed—training is provided • Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation • Encouraging expression and communication in a variety of forms—spoken word, signs, symbols or gestures • Being a reliable, caring presence that students can count on What You’ll Bring • At least 3 months’ experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEND (can be in education, care, youth work or other sectors) • Calm confidence in the face of challenging behaviour • A can-do attitude, emotional resilience and a heart for helping • Willingness to support with personal care tasks • The ability to commit to school hours, Monday to Friday Why You’ll Love It Every day is different—but every day matters. You’ll be part of a welcoming, skilled team who care deeply. You’ll gain valuable experience, make real impact and grow professionally. Ready to make a difference that lasts a lifetime? Apply now and help shape a brighter future for remarkable young people. INDLON

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sam Higham on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1038.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Sam Higham

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1038