We are currently looking for a positive, energetic and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide supply cover at a specialist school in Reading. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to thrive both in and out of the classroom. The school caters for pupils of all ages and needs, including those with autism, complex learning difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and communication or behavioural needs. Every day is different, and the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils to access learning, build confidence and develop essential life skills. While previous SEND experience is beneficial, the school places a strong emphasis on character, enthusiasm and personality. They are looking for individuals who can bring energy, positivity and a genuine desire to make a difference. Patience, resilience, a good sense of humour and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils are considered just as important as previous experience. The role will involve working closely with teaching staff to support pupils both in the classroom and on a one-to-one basis. Personal care may be required as part of the role, and candidates must be comfortable providing this support with dignity, respect and sensitivity. This is a supply position offering flexible working opportunities, with school hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm. The daily rate for this role is £92.63 per day. If you are someone who enjoys working with children and young people, has a positive attitude and is passionate about helping others reach their potential, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to join a dedicated team making a real difference in a specialist school setting in Reading.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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>