At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Special Educational Needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in specialist SEND schools across Cambridgeshire.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, term time only, and free training provided.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a rewarding field.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting SEN, strong communication skills, and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 21000 - 25000 £ per year.
Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistants.
Location: Cambridgeshire
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday | No Weekend Work
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are working with a number of specialist SEND schools across Cambridgeshire who are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are committed to supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential in a nurturing educational environment.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- ADHD
- Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Complex needs and associated behaviours
Working closely with teachers and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will help create a positive learning environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and encouraged to succeed.
Responsibilities
- Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning activities
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Encouraging independence and confidence
- Supporting pupils with personal care where required
- Building positive relationships with students, staff, and families
- Helping to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEN
- Are patient, resilient, and empathetic
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults (desirable but not essential)
- Hold a Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (desirable for some locations)
Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a rewarding career within SEND education, we would love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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