SEN Teaching Assistant

Simply Education Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay £90-£110

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for September to support primary schools and specialist settings across Cambridge. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils who have SEND, helping them engage with learning and regulate emotions.

Strong behaviour management and a calm, patient approach are essential. Applicants should hold Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualifications and have experience in SEND contexts.

Qualifications

• Resilience to stay calm when others can’t
• Strong behaviour management and communication
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs
• Ability to build trust and relationships with pupils
• Experience working in school settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other needs
• Work 1:1 and in small groups
• Help pupils regulate emotions and engage with learning
• Build positive relationships through consistency and trust
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams

Skills

Resilience

Patience

Excellent communication

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Cambridge | £90 to £110 per day | September Start

Not every child needs someone to fix them. Sometimes they just need someone who won't give up on them.

If you've got the resilience to stay calm when others can't, the patience to build trust over time, and the confidence to support children with additional needs, this could be the role for you.

Simply Education is recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to support fantastic primary schools and specialist settings across Cambridge this September. We're looking for people who genuinely want to make a difference and understand that progress isn't always measured in grades. Sometimes it's measured in smiles, confidence and small victories.

This role would suit you if you have experience as:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• Behaviour Mentor
• Sports Coach working with children
• Residential Care Worker
• Youth Worker
• Support Worker within children's services

What you'll be doing

• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other additional needs
• Working 1:1 and in small groups
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and engage with learning
• Building positive relationships through consistency and trust
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams

What we're looking for

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Resilience, patience and a calm approach under pressure
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• A genuine passion for helping every child reach their potential

Why join Simply Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £90 to £110 per day
• Flexible, short term and long term opportunities
• September roles available now
• Opportunities to work in supportive schools where you'll be valued
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to find the right fit for you
• Free CPD and ongoing career support

The best SEN Teaching Assistants aren't always those with the longest CV. They're the ones who can stay positive, build trust and turn challenging days into successful ones.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.