SEN Classroom Assistant

Location: Aldermaston, West Berkshire - Local Primary School
Full-Time, Term-Time (Monday - Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm) | Immediate Start
Salary: 21,170 per annum (Pro-rata, 39 weeks per year)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEN Classroom Assistant, or Care Assistant for children in Aldermaston? Do you have the patience, resilience, and skills to support children with SEN, learning difficulties, and personal care needs? This is your opportunity to change lives in a rewarding school-based role.

You'll be working 1:1 and in small groups, supporting children with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including:

• Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Social & Emotional Mental Health (SEMH)
• Speech & Language difficulties and communication delays
• Children with EHCPs needing academic and emotional support
• Personal care support, including toileting for children who need assistance

As an SEN Classroom Assistant, you will work with a diverse range of students, each with unique strengths and challenges. Your role will involve:

• Running SEN interventions for students with a variety of needs, including those with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), ADHD, dyslexia, and non-verbal communication challenges.

• Working with academically gifted students on the autism spectrum who may struggle with social interactions but excel in certain subjects, helping them develop confidence and independence.

• Collaborating with SENCOs, teachers, and therapists to create a supportive and structured learning environment tailored to individual student needs.

• SEN experience - Whether in a school, care setting, or personal life, you're confident working with children with complex needs.
• Patience and resilience - SEN support is challenging but also hugely rewarding.
• Care experience - If you've worked with children needing personal care or 1:1 support, this could be a great fit.
• A team player - You'll be working closely with teachers, SEN specialists, and other support staff.
• SEN Classroom Assistant candidates with GCSE Maths and English (C/4)

• Life-changing impact - See first-hand the progress children can make with the right support.
• Supportive Aldermaston school environment - Work in a team that truly values SEN education.
• Career growth - A great opportunity to gain experience for roles in teaching, therapy, or social care.

It's a chance to make a real difference in Aldermaston. Apply now to start ASAP.