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SEN Teaching Assistant – Thatcham

SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunity | Thatcham, Berkshire | Immediate Start | Specialist Hospital Education Provision

SEN Teaching Assistant Required in Thatcham

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a truly rewarding role in Thatcham? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education package supporting a learner currently receiving inpatient care within a secure hospital setting in Thatcham.

This unique SEN Teaching Assistant position in Thatcham offers the opportunity to make a significant difference to a young person’s educational journey. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work as part of a small, specialist team consisting of two SEN Teaching Assistants and a Lead Teacher, supporting the learner to re-engage with education and develop confidence for the future.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Thatcham is available for an immediate start and forms part of a bespoke educational provision delivered directly within the hospital environment.

About the Learner

The learner is eager to restart their education and has expressed a strong interest in progressing towards GCSE qualifications, particularly in Maths and English.

The learner presents with:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Schizophrenia

• Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)

• Pending ADHD assessment

• Previous challenges relating to substance misuse

The learner’s aspirations include:

• Returning successfully to education

• Working towards GCSE qualifications

• Exploring vocational and practical learning opportunities

• Developing skills for independent living

• Securing future employment

• Learning to drive

• Building a positive and independent future

The learner has identified that practical activities, predictable routines, and structured environments help them engage most successfully.

The SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Thatcham

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Thatcham, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and another SEN Teaching Assistant to provide personalised educational and pastoral support.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the learner during one-to-one educational sessions delivered by the Lead Teacher

• Helping to maintain engagement, motivation, and positive participation in learning activities

• Building a trusting and supportive professional relationship with the learner

• Assisting with educational resources, activities, and lesson preparation

• Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing throughout learning sessions

• Working collaboratively with hospital staff and multidisciplinary professionals

• Following all safeguarding, security, and hospital procedures

• Contributing to a safe, positive, and structured learning environment

This SEN Teaching Assistant position is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and can provide both educational and emotional support to learners with complex needs.

Essential Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs

• Has experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Demonstrates patience, resilience, empathy, and professionalism

• Can build positive and trusting relationships

• Is confident working within a highly structured environment

• Is comfortable working alongside healthcare and multidisciplinary teams

• Is willing to undertake specialist training provided by hospital staff

• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable Experience

• SEN Teaching Assistant experience within specialist education settings

• Alternative Provision experience

• Hospital School, CAMHS, or Secure Setting experience

• Trauma-informed practice

• Experience supporting young people with complex mental health needs

• Behaviour support experience

Why Become an SEN Teaching Assistant in Thatcham?

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Thatcham offers:

• The chance to make a genuine and lasting impact on a young person’s future

• A unique SEN Teaching Assistant role within a specialist education package

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced education and healthcare professionals

• Ongoing support from a specialist SEND recruitment team

• Access to professional development and training opportunities

• A rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant position in Thatcham where every achievement matters

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a meaningful role in Thatcham, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Thatcham and help a learner take important steps towards achieving their educational and personal goals.

As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.

All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.

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