SEN Teaching Assistant – PMLD – Reading

SEN Teaching Assistant – PMLD – Reading

Are you an empathetic, dedicated and hands-on SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Reading?

EmpowerED is recruiting a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Reading, supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a fantastic opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant who is committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with complex learning and physical needs.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Reading, you'll work alongside experienced teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to provide personalised support that enables every pupil to reach their full potential.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with PMLD, complex learning needs and physical disabilities throughout the school day.
• Assist with communication, sensory activities and personalised learning programmes.
• Support pupils with mobility, personal care and medical needs where required (full training provided if needed).
• Encourage engagement, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and families to deliver outstanding, child-centred support.
• Celebrate every achievement, no matter how big or small.

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Care Worker, Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant.
• Experience supporting children or adults with PMLD, complex needs, autism, physical disabilities or additional learning needs.
• A caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with the most complex needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay.
• Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.
• Full support from a specialist SEND recruitment team.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to work in a highly supportive, specialist setting where every day is rewarding.

Location

📍 Reading, Berkshire

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is easily commutable from Reading, Caversham, Tilehurst, Earley, Woodley, Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury, Maidenhead and surrounding areas.

Apply Today

If you're a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Reading, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact EmpowerED for a confidential conversation about this SEN Teaching Assistant vacancy supporting pupils with PMLD in Reading.