1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Meldreth; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire. You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them feel included and confident in their learning.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:40pm, starting ASAP with potential permanent opportunities. Prior experience in education or care is welcomed, and a positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, care, support work or working with individuals with additional needs.
• Willingness to learn and support young people.
• Own transport or reliable commuting arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support and small-group assistance to pupils.
• Support pupils with learning activities and classroom tasks.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.
• Help children manage emotions and develop positive behaviours.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues and work with teachers.

Skills

SEN experience

One-to-one support

Small group support

Communication skills

Emotional regulation

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start | Meldreth, Cambridgeshire

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Temporary to Permanent | Specialist Training & Career Development

Location: Meldreth, Cambridgeshire

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm

Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Transport: Own transport or reliable daily commuting arrangements required.

Make a Real Difference - Join a Specialist SEN School!

Are you passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential? Do you have experience in education, care, support work or working with individuals with additional needs?

Aspire People are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEN school in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want to build a rewarding career supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience from a care, education, residential or support background, we would love to hear from you!

No two days are the same, and every day offers the opportunity to make a positive difference.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• Specialist training and professional development.
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting.
• Develop skills in communication, behaviour support and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and specialist support staff.
• Build a rewarding career in education and SEND.
• Make a genuine difference to children's confidence, independence and development.

About the Role

You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them feel safe, included and confident while accessing their education.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with their learning and classroom activities.
• Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
• Helping children manage their emotions and develop positive behaviours.Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and communication needs.
• Creating a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support individual needs.

You don't need to have all the answers. What matters is having the right attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine commitment to supporting young people.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in any of the following areas:

• SEN schools or specialist education settings.
• Mainstream schools and nurseries.
• Residential childcare and children's homes.
• Healthcare and care environments.
• Mental health and learning disability support.
• Youth work, mentoring and coaching.
• Social care and support work.

Previous SEN experience is highly desirable, but we are also interested in candidates with transferable skills and the right personality.

We are looking for people who are:

• Patient, caring and understanding.
• Reliable, punctual and committed.
• Confident communicating with children and young people.
• Calm and positive when faced with challenging situations.
• Resilient, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Passionate about helping others achieve their goals.

Working in specialist education can be challenging, but it is also incredibly rewarding. You will need to be prepared to support pupils through difficult moments, celebrate small achievements and remain consistent in your approach.

Specialist Training & Career Development

One of the biggest benefits of this opportunity is the chance to develop your skills through specialist training.

Depending on the school's requirements and training arrangements, opportunities may include:

• Makaton and alternative communication methods.
• LEGO Therapy.
• PRICE training and positive behaviour support.
• Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Sensory learning approaches.
• Manual handling training.
• Thrive approaches.
• Further specialist SEND development.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to develop a long-term career in special educational needs.

Important - Working Hours

This is a full-time position working:

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm.

The school requires full-time availability, and the working hours are fixed. Unfortunately, part-time arrangements, reduced hours or alternative start and finish times cannot be accommodated.

Please only apply if you can commit to the full working pattern.

Candidates must also have their own transport or reliable arrangements for travelling to and from the school each day.

Convenient Location - Easily Accessible Across Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire

The school is based in Meldreth, with convenient access from several surrounding areas:

• Royston - approximately 4 miles.
• Melbourn - approximately 2 miles.
• Shepreth - approximately 3 miles.
• Cambridge - approximately 10-11 miles.
• Cambourne - approximately 12-13 miles.
• Baldock - approximately 12 miles.
• Letchworth Garden City - approximately 14-15 miles.
• Biggleswade - approximately 15-16 miles.
• Hitchin - approximately 16-17 miles.
• Stevenage - approximately 18-20 miles.

Journey times will vary depending on traffic.