Special Needs Teaching Assistant

CER are looking to add to our team of Special Needs Teaching Assistants to fulfil temporary positions within our partnership schools in Bedford. As a temporary Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to inspire and engage students across a wide range of special needs ranging from Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities to more Moderate Learning Disabilities and Difficulties. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a wide variety of schools, gaining valuable experience or trying new settings to find your dream job. You will be contributing to our supportive and inclusive school community and making a positive impact on the lives of students. We are also keen to speak to Early Career Teaching Assistants who have just graduated and are looking to kick start their careers. We have a number of exciting opportunities available, with full support to help you transition into the classroom for 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting lessons across the curriculum while helping to differentiate and adapt where appropriate given students' EHCPs
• Adapt to different school environments showing flexibility and resilience
• Utilise a variety of support methods and resources to facilitate active learning and promote student engagement
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the curriculum

Ideally you will have:

• Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Previous experience supporting in a UK based school is essential for this role and references will need to be submitted
• Experience supporting special needs learners
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential

Benefits of working on a Temporary Basis:

• Option to gain experience in a diverse range of schools allowing you to find the best environment most suited to you, supporting wellbeing and a more flexible work life balance
• Work often able to be sourced by subject specialism
• Regular and consistent work, fair daily pay often in line with scale salaries
• Opportunity to take career breaks and manage home work life

Why work with CER Education:

• Competitive daily rate aligned to your experience and qualifications
• Fully funded CPD courses for professional development and career advancement
• Access to benefits package via our payroll partner
• Consistent work and guaranteed pay schemes available
• Opportunity to network with other peers across our networking events
• £250 for every person you refer to CER
• £300 Sign on Bonus if you are joining from a different agency
• Expert and professional consultants available to support and guide you, a large proportion of our staff have worked previously in schools

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications or contact one of our friendly branches for more information about the opportunities available. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.