**Job Title**: SEND Teaching Assistant **Location**: Reading, UK **Job Type**: Full-Time **About Us:** We are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment that caters to the diverse learning needs of students of all ages. We believe in creating an atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. Our dedicated team of professionals is expanding, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced SEN) Teaching Assistant to join us. **Job Description:** As a SEND Teaching Assistant, your role will be pivotal in supporting students with varying special educational needs and disabilities within our school. Your compassion, patience, and expertise will make a meaningful difference in our students' academic and personal development. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide tailored support to individual students or small groups to help them achieve their individual educational plans. - Assist in creating an adaptive learning environment suitable for the needs of SEND students. - Work with students of all ages, from early years to secondary education, adapting your approach to suit different developmental stages. - Aid in the personal care (MUST) needs of students when necessary, demonstrating sensitivity and respect for their dignity and independence. - Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive approach to each student's learning. - Participate in the planning and execution of educational activities, offering insights into the needs and abilities of SEND students. - Monitor and record student progress, contributing to the assessment and review process to adjust learning plans as needed. **Requirements:** - A minimum of 3 months of experience in a SEND setting, with a strong understanding of special educational needs and disabilities. - Compassionate individual who derives fulfilment from helping others and is contented with performing personal care tasks (THIS IS A MUST). - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations. - Flexibility to work with students of ALL age groups and a diverse range of needs. - Willingness to travel to our Reading-based location as needed. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Jenny McDonald on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1053 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Jenny McDonald&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1053</strong></strong>