SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Slough

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS / UPS

Start Date: October 2026

Final date to receive applications: 5th October 2026

Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school, where you'll play an important role in supporting pupils with special educational needs and helping them reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support pupils with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and other additional needs where appropriate.
• Assist pupils with their learning and development by adapting activities and resources to meet their individual needs.
• Encourage pupils to develop their confidence, independence, communication, and social skills.
• Support pupils with their behaviour and emotional wellbeing, using positive and consistent strategies.
• Assist with classroom activities, ensuring pupils are engaged, included, and supported throughout lessons.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers and relevant staff.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, encouraging a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils during break times, lunchtimes, school activities, and educational trips where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and other professionals to support pupil development and wellbeing.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

• A caring, patient, and supportive approach to working with pupils.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and encourage their confidence and independence.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• A willingness to support pupils with a range of additional needs and adapt to their individual requirements.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.