SEN Teaching Assistant

✨ Make a Real Impact - SEN Roles in Reading & Newbury ✨

Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs? We're looking for enthusiastic, caring people to join fantastic SEN schools across Berkshire and help make a genuine difference every single day.

Location: Reading, Newbury, Caversham & Woodley

• Teaching Assistants (TA)
• Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)

Start Date: As soon as vetting is complete
Contracts: Flexible options available - long-term, short-term & permanent

You'll be supporting children and young people aged 5-18 in specialist SEN environments. Students may have a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs (SEMH)
• Moderate & Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Speech, Language & Communication needs (SLCN)
• ADHD and associated behavioural needs
• Sensory processing differences

These schools focus on nurture, structure and inclusion , helping every child thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You'll work closely with therapists, behaviour specialists and families to provide tailored support.

✔ Competitive weekly pay
✔ Full-time & part-time roles to fit your lifestyle
✔ Ongoing specialist SEN training & CPD
✔ A rewarding role where you change lives every day
✔ Dedicated support from your Teaching Personnel consultant

We'd love to hear from people who are:

• Passionate about inclusive education
• Patient, empathetic and resilient
• Confident adapting to different needs and behaviours

Qualified or unqualified - SEN or education experience is desirable but not essential .
New to SEN? No worries! If you're motivated and eager to learn, we'll give you all the training and support you need.

✅ Apply today and take the next step in a meaningful SEN career with Teaching Personnel , supporting children and young people across Berkshire ✨

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.
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