At a Glance
- Tasks: Support SEN children with diverse needs in a mainstream school environment.
- Company: A welcoming primary school in Reading focused on inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, valuable experience, and potential for teacher training.
- Other info: Ideal for aspiring teachers looking to kickstart their careers.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining essential teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Degree or level 3 qualification and experience with SEN required.
The predicted salary is between 20475 - 25025 £ per year.
An excellent Mainstream Primary School based in Reading is looking for a SEN teaching assistant to join them ASAP. This is an opportunity to work with a group of SEN children with either or a combination of Autism, ADHD and social/emotional mental health issues. A one year contract is on offer and the school requires someone with experience in and understanding of a challenging but rewarding SEN teaching assistant position.
The Primary school would like to meet candidates who have a degree or level 3 and who have some experience working with Special Educational Needs e.g. Autism, ADHD, dyslexia. This role will entail a variety of responsibilities and will offer excellent experience for the teaching assistant appointed. Minimum standards will include Maths and English at GCSE graded C or above.
Your role will be to support the individual needs of SEN children within each class. The needs include ADHD, ASD, global delay, SEMH, physical and behavioural challenges. Experience working with one or more of these is ideal for this role. The successful teaching assistant will be able to use effective behaviour management strategies to monitor and diffuse difficult situations.
This is a fantastic platform for aspiring teachers to gain valuable experience in preparation for completing their teacher training the following year. This is a teacher training school meaning that successful TAs can consequently be enrolled on to the School’s Direct Teacher Training Programme.
SEN Teaching Assistant – Reading employer: Academics Ltd
Join a forward-thinking education provider in Uttoxeter that values your contributions and fosters a supportive work culture. With flexible supply roles, you'll enjoy the opportunity to engage with diverse pupils while benefiting from extensive professional development resources. This is an excellent employer for passionate teachers seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic environment.
