SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics

Posted 6 days ago, valid for 17 days

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

£18,000 - £24,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The school in Central Reading is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to start ASAP, requiring a recent graduate with a background in psychology or criminology.
The role involves providing 1-1 support to students with complex needs, learning disabilities, and emotional challenges during school hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
Candidates should possess emotional intelligence, the ability to work independently, and a genuine interest in supporting students' success and development.
The position offers advanced specialist facilities and on-site professional guidance, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter the psychology industry.
Salary details are not specified, but the role is ideal for graduates seeking valuable experience in an educational setting.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Reading - ASAP start

Are you looking for an open door to the psychology industry?

Do you want to get valuable experience supporting young people's development?

SEN specialism
Central Reading, accessible by public transport
Full time position
Monday - Friday, 8:30-3:30
Advanced specialist facilities
On-site professional guidance

A fantastic school has an opportunity for a recent graduate to join their team in an SEN Teaching Assistant role. The school cater to students with complex needs, learning disabilities as well as social, emotional and mental health needs. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, the candidate would be responsible for providing students with 1-1 support and attention throughout the school day. The candidate would be encouraging students to maintain focus and work towards achieving independence and life skills. The school are looking for a graduate to join their team and work alongside the support staff and on-site professionals. As an SEN Teaching Assistant you will develop an understanding regarding additional needs and how to support children facing challenges while in education.

The SEN Teaching Assistant role is a crucial position within the school, so they are looking for a candidate who can work under their own initiative, have emotional intelligence and a genuine interest in seeing the pupils succeed. The SEN Teaching Assistant will be working with a small group of students alongside a specialist SEN Teacher and a second SEN Teaching Assistant. This opportunity is invaluable to criminology or psychology graduates looking for an open door into the industry and have an interest in how support and prevention can improve young people's development and keep them on a positive path in society.

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