SEND Teaching Assistant - Full Time (Immediate Start) Long-term role TimePlan Education are currently recruiting multiple dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in Reading. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting immediately, with the potential to continue beyond Easter.This welcoming and well-resourced setting supports pupils aged 4-16 with a wide range of additional needs. It''s an incredibly rewarding environment where you can make a real difference every day by helping young people reach their full potential.About the RoleAs a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:Provide tailored 1:1 and small group supportAssist pupils with a variety of additional needs in and out of the classroomSupport learning, communication, and emotional developmentWork closely with teachers and specialist staff to deliver personalised supportHelp create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environmentNeeds SupportedYou will be supporting pupils with a range of needs, including:Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD, SLD, PMLD)Visual and Hearing Impairments (VI, HI, MSI)Physical Disabilities (PD)Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)Other associated needsWhat We''re Looking ForExperience working with children or young people with SEND (school, care, or youth work settings)A patient, empathetic, and resilient approachStrong communication and teamwork skillsA genuin