Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Description

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Long-Term Opportunity – Specialist SEN School (Tilehurst Area)

£95 - £105 per day depending upon experience - temp to perm on offer for the right individual! 

A well-established specialist SEN school in the Tilehurst area is seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join its team on a long-term basis, with a strong view to becoming permanent.

The school provides specialist education for statemented pupils from Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 5. Learners present with a wide range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)—from non-verbal to high-functioning—as well as PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) and complex cognitive and physical needs.

What Ofsted Says

Inspectors describe the school as:

“A remarkably friendly and welcoming school where staff are highly skilled and know pupils exceptionally well.” 

“Pupils feel happy and safe because they know that adults care about them.” 

“Pupils behave superbly… classrooms are calm and routines are clear and well understood.” 

“Teachers aim high for pupils and ensure they receive exactly the right help at the right time.” 

Ofsted also highlights the school’s strong preparation for adulthood, noting that:

“By the time pupils leave, they are exceedingly well prepared for adult life, and students feel excited about their future. xwzovoh ” 

Additional Strengths Highlighted Online

Publicly available information consistently praises the school for:

• Outstanding quality of education and highly ambitious leadership 
• Small class sizes with high levels of specialist support
• A personalised curriculum that supports communication, independence, and life skills
• Strong partnership working with families and external professionals 
• Effective support for pupils with ASC, PMLD, and complex additional needs across all age ranges 

The Role

The successful candidate will work as part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, supporting pupils on both an academic and personal development level. The role is ideal for someone who:

• Is committed to inclusive and specialist education
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and adaptability
• Is motivated to make a meaningful, long-term difference to young people with complex needs

What’s on Offer

• Long-term placement with the intention to go permanent
• A supportive, well-trained staff team
• Regular opportunities for professional development
• The chance to work in a school recognised for excellence, care, and ambition for its pupils