Location: Reading Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Contract: Full-time, long-term Start: ASAP A welcoming and inclusive all-through special school in Reading is looking for a passionate and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This school caters for pupils aged 4 to 19 with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities, including PMLD, ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties, complex medical needs and challenging behaviour. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong desire to support pupils with diverse needs in a meaningful and practical way and who thrives in a team that values collaboration, flexibility, diligence and compassion. Job Description: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across various age groups and needs within the classroom and in wider school activities. The role involves close collaboration with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning and care, helping every pupil to feel safe, understood and able to progress at their own pace. Key Responsibilities: • Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with a range of SEND, adapting your approach to suit each individual's learning style, needs and communication methods. • Assist with the implementation of EHCP targets and differentiated lesson plans. • Support students with personal care tasks, such as toileting, feeding and mobility, or be willing to learn these skills with training provided. • Use de-escalation strategies confidently and sensitively to manage behaviour and promote emotional regulation. • Encourage communication and interaction using speech, visuals, Makaton or other methods as appropriate. • Monitor and record progress, sharing feedback with the wider team to support pupil development. • Foster a safe, respectful and positive learning environment at all times. Essential Requirements: • Minimum of 3 months’ experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEND (in any setting). • Confidence in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour calmly. • Willingness to support with or learn personal care tasks. • Reliable, proactive and flexible approach to supporting a range of ages and needs. • Patient, emotionally resilient and able to remain calm under pressure. • Able to work Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm on a consistent basis. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll be part of a dedicated and friendly team helping pupils reach their full potential in a supportive and well-resourced setting. Apply now to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sam Higham on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1038.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sam Higham&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1038</strong></strong>