SEN Teaching Assistant: Flexible Day & Long-Term Roles

Randstad UK; Soham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Local SEN consultant

Flexible availability

CPD training

Path to long-term positions

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND near Fordham and the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk border. Roles include day-to-day cover and long-term placements, offering flexible scheduling to fit around your availability while helping pupils achieve their EHCP targets.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, supporting ASC/MLD/SEMH needs and collaborating with teachers and therapists to reach individual goals. A DBS update and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults with SEND or complex needs.
• Patient, calm, nurturing approach with emotional resilience.
• Strong communication; knowledge of alternative communication methods (Makaton/PECS) a plus.
• De-escalation training (e.g., Team-Teach, MAPA, STEPs) desirable.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a wide range of needs (ASC, MLD/SLD, SEMH, physical/sensory impairments).
• Work 1:1 or in small groups; adapt activities to EHCP plans.
• Create a safe, structured, low-arousal learning environment.
• Assist with emotional regulation and de-escalation.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to hit targets.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Communication skills

Makaton/PECS knowledge

De-escalation training

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Randstad UK is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND near Fordham and the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk border. Roles include day-to-day cover and long-term placements, offering flexible scheduling to fit around your availability while helping pupils achieve their EHCP targets.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, supporting ASC/MLD/SEMH needs and collaborating with teachers and therapists to reach individual goals. A DBS update and training opportunities are provided.