Cover Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work where you can truly make an impact? Axcis Education is seeking a committed and resilient individual to provide cover support at a specialist school in Reading.

About the Role

In this position, you'll work closely with pupils of varying ages who have profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism, and other complex needs.

Key Details

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Reading

Pay: From £92.63 per day (PAYE)

Flexibility to work at short notice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing one to one support tailored to each pupil
• Assisting with personal care
• Encouraging engagement in learning and daily activities
• Managing challenging behaviours with confidence and patience

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience supporting children with SEND
• A calm, adaptable and proactive approach
• Confidence handling challenging behaviour
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Why Apply?

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where your support makes a real difference every day. If you're reliable, compassionate, and ready to step in when needed, we'd love to hear from you.

INDREA Contact

Contact: Sam Higham

Telephone: Ext: 1038

Legal Statements

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

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.

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).

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.