SEN Teaching Assistant - Newbury

Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Scale: £90-£105 per day

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs develop their confidence, independence and learning skills?

Would you like to gain valuable experience in a supportive specialist educational setting?

A welcoming SEN school in Newbury is looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join its team as soon as possible. This is a rewarding opportunity for graduates and experienced support staff who want to support children with Special Educational Needs and help them reach their potential.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils with a range of needs, potentially including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning difficulties and communication challenges. You will provide individualised support to help pupils participate in lessons, develop essential life skills and build positive relationships with their peers.

Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will help create an inclusive learning environment where every pupil receives the encouragement and assistance they need. A patient, flexible approach and a genuine interest in child development will be essential.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to pupils' individual needs.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and differentiated learning tasks.
• Encouraging communication, social development and independent learning.
• Supporting pupils with daily routines and transitions between activities.
• Helping maintain a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Working collaboratively with school staff to support individual learning objectives.

This SEN Teaching Assistant position is ideal for Psychology, Education or related graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology or specialist support. Previous experience in a school, nursery, care setting or youth organisation would be beneficial, but candidates with transferable skills are also encouraged to apply.

The school is looking for a reliable SEN Teaching Assistant who is committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve meaningful progress.

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Newbury, upload your updated CV directly to this advert.

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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.