SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad UK; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Fully funded CPD training modules

Local consultant with SEND sector know

Transparent booking process

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse and complex needs near Newmarket and surrounding areas. You will work 1:1 or in small groups to help learners access the curriculum within a calm, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with ASC/SEMH, familiarity with PECS or Makaton, and a patient, resilient approach to behaviour. DBS checks and safeguarding awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children with complex needs in an SEN setting.
• Strong behaviour management and pupil engagement skills.
• Ability to support learners 1:1 or in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted pupil support to help access the curriculum.
• Assist with EHCP implementation and classroom planning under teacher guidance.
• Promote wellbeing, independence and positive social interactions throughout the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to maintain a calm, safe learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

1:1 support

EHCP awareness

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Near Newmarket & Surrounding Areas

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a real difference in young people's lives? Whether you are seeking the complete freedom and variety of day-to-day work, or you prefer the rewarding stability of a long-term dedicated placement, we have exceptional opportunities tailored exactly to your schedule.

We are currently partnering with a variety of established Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools, alternative provisions, and specialist inclusion units

near Newmarket and across the surrounding Suffolk and Cambridgeshire borders. We are seeking committed, proactive Teaching Assistants to support pupils with diverse, complex learning needs and help them thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.

This role is ideal for experienced SEN practitioners, psychology graduates looking to gain valuable field hours, or mainstream learning support assistants eager to bring their skill set into a dedicated specialist setting.

Choose Your Ideal Way of Working:

Day-to-Day Cover: Take complete control of your schedule. Choose exactly which days you want to work to seamlessly fit around your personal commitments, studies, or lifestyle. It is an excellent way to gain exposure to different specialist settings with total flexibility.

Long-Term Opportunities: If you prefer stability, we manage fixed-term assignments spanning a term or a full academic year (covering maternity leave, long-term absence, or interim gaps). This allows you to integrate fully into a local specialist team and build deep, impactful relationships with the pupils you support.

Key Responsibilities:

Targeted Pupil Support: Work on a 1:1 or small-group basis to support pupils with complex needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their personal developmental goals.

EHCP Assistance: Help implement individual Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) under the guidance of the classroom teacher.

Promote Well-Being: Encourage positive social interactions, emotional regulation, and independence throughout the school day.

Classroom Support: Collaborate closely with the class teacher and healthcare/therapeutics staff to ensure a calm, sensory-friendly, and safe learning environment.

Candidate Requirements:

Proven experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs, such as ASC (Autism Spectrum Conditions), SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ADHD, or Severe/Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD).

A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to behaviour management and pupil engagement.

Familiarity with alternative communication tools (e.g., PECS, Makaton) or physical intervention training (e.g., Team-Teach) is highly advantageous but not essential.

A valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete a new check).

Benefits of Working With Us:

Competitive rates of pay, processed weekly and reflective of your experience level.

A dedicated local consultant with deep knowledge of the

Newmarket, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire SEND education sectors.

A completely transparent booking process that operates strictly in alignment with your declared availability.

Access to fully funded CPD training modules, including statutory safeguarding updates and specialist SEN resources.

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career

Take control of your professional schedule today.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.