SEN TA

SEN Teaching Assistant – All-Through SEN School 📍 Reading 🕒 Long-term | Temp to Perm | Start ASAP We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist all-through SEN school in Reading, supporting pupils from primary through to secondary age. This is a long-term, temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for someone looking to build a meaningful and stable career within special education. The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: * Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism (ASC) and ADHD * Work 1:1 and in small groups to support learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation * Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons * Help create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment * Support pupils with both academic and social development The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: * Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly autism and ADHD * Is patient, resilient, and genuinely passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs * Can build positive relationships and remain calm in challenging situations * Is reliable, committed, and keen to secure a permanent role in the future * Has a proactive and flexible approach to supporting diverse needs What’s on Offer * A long-term role with the opportunity to go permanent * Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team * Ongoing professional development and training opportunities * A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day 📅 Start date: ASAP If you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant — or someone with strong SEN experience looking for your next long-term opportunity — we’d love to hear from you