SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in a specialist school in Meldreth, Royston. The role involves supporting students with complex needs including ASD and ADHD, offering personal care assistance, and implementing tailored educational plans. Candidates should possess relevant experience and a passion for enhancing children’s potential in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate, paid weekly

Temp to perm opportunities with permanent contracts

Dedicated SEN Consultant for support

Career progression through CPD and accredited training

Supportive Senior Leadership Team with high staff retention

Qualifications

• Experience in a special school or alternative provision is desirable.
• Understanding of complex needs, ASD, ADHD, or physical disabilities preferred.
• Driving licence or reliable transport is necessary due to location.

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex needs and behavioural challenges.
• Assist with personal care routines and implement EHCPs.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs, Personal Care, ASD, ADHD (Temp to Perm)

Location:
Meldreth, Royston (Must drive or have reliable public transport access)

Contract Type:
Full-time, Temp to Perm

Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Agency: Aspire People

Are you an experienced or aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a supportive and inclusive school?

Aspire People is working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in the Meldreth, Royston area, looking for a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs, including ASD, ADHD, and personal care requirements.

This is a long-term role with the opportunity to go permanent, offering training, development, and career progression in a well-established setting with a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:
Supporting students with complex needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and behavioural challenges.

Assisting with personal care routines including toileting, feeding, and mobility (training provided if needed).

Implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in collaboration with class teachers and therapists.

Promoting independence, communication, and engagement through a personalised approach.

Managing and de-escalating behaviours using positive behaviour strategies.

Creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all learners.

What We're Looking For:
Experience working in a special school, alternative provision, or care setting is desirable.

Understanding of complex needs, ASD, ADHD, or physical disabilities.

Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care needs.

Patience, resilience, and a passion for helping children achieve their full potential.

Driving licence or reliable transport required due to the school's rural location.

What Aspire People Offer:
Competitive daily rate, paid weekly.

Temp to perm opportunities with permanent contracts available for the right candidate.

Dedicated SEN Consultant to support you throughout your placement.

Career progression through CPD and accredited training opportunities.

Opportunity to join a nurturing school with a long-standing, supportive SLT and high staff retention.

How to Apply:
Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a short cover note outlining your interest and availability. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 24-48 hours.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.