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SEN Teaching Assistant- Reading
Academics
📍 Reading, GB
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Reading
Are you a Psychology graduate eager to gain practical experience supporting young people with additional needs?
A Secondary SEN School in Reading is seeking a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Therapists, or Teachers who want to build valuable, hands-on experience working with students with a variety of special educational needs.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Deliver 1:1 and small group support tailored to students with SEN.
- Help students develop confidence, independence, and active participation in learning.
- Work alongside teachers to promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
- Observe and monitor students' progress, wellbeing, and engagement throughout the school day.
We're looking for a Teaching Assistant who is:
- Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people.
- A confident communicator with a genuine passion for working within SEN.
- Interested in gaining practical experience before pursuing a career in psychology or education.
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with both students and colleagues.
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