SEN Teaching Assistant Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only Location: Slough Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available UES1 About the Role A specialist SEN provision in Slough is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of additional needs within a nurturing, structured, and supportive learning environment. The provision supports pupils with Autism (ASC), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), speech and language needs, SEMH, and communication difficulties. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual goals. Key Responsibilities * Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN * Support learning activities and classroom engagement throughout the school day * Assist pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development * Support the implementation of EHCP targets and personalised learning plans * Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff * Encourage independence, confidence, and life skills development * Use positive behaviour management strategies and communication tools to support learning * Support pupils with personal care where required * Contribute to a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment What We’re Looking For Essential: * Experience working with children or young people with SEN * Child and Adult Enhanced DBS on the Update Service * Right to Work in the UK * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Patient, caring, and resilient approach * Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff * Commitment to supporting children with additional needs Desirable: * Experience within a specialist SEN school or provision * Knowledge of ASC, MLD, SLD, SEMH, or speech and language needs * Experience using PECS, Makaton, AAC, or sensory-based approaches * Background in education, care, youth work, or support work What This Role Offers * ASAP and September start opportunities available * Supportive and experienced SEN leadership team * Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training opportunities * Valuable experience within specialist education * Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' learning and wellbeing * Long-term and permanent opportunities available
