SEN Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

PAYE payroll weekly

Pension contributions

AWR compliance

Free training & safeguarding updates

Refer a friend bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Cambridge school. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with additional needs, helping them access learning and build confidence.

In this role you will adapt activities to the learner’s needs, support emotional regulation, and work with the teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets, fostering independence and social engagement in a supportive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD) in a classroom setting
• Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs and development goals
• Support emotional regulation and implement positive behaviour strategies
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO on EHCP targets
• Encourage independence, engagement and social interaction

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, or additional learning needs)
• Adapt learning activities to meet the child’s individual needs and support their educational and personal development
• Assist with emotional regulation and implement positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets
• Encourage independence, engagement, and social interaction to foster a supportive learning environment

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Relationship building

Patience & empathy

Adaptability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Cambridge
• Salary: £93 to £105 per day
• Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in Cambridge. This role involves supporting a child with additional needs, providing consistent one-on-one assistance to help them access learning, build confidence, and thrive in a mainstream classroom environment.

About the role

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, or additional learning needs)
• Adapt learning activities to meet the child’s individual needs and support their educational and personal development
• Assist with emotional regulation and implement positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets
• Encourage independence, engagement, and social interaction to foster a supportive learning environment

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach to supporting children with special educational needs
• Experience supporting children with SEN, whether in a school, care, or similar background
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable personality, capable of handling the dynamic needs of the classroom
• A genuine passion for making a significant impact in the lives of children with additional needs

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£93 to £105 per day

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.