SEN Teaching Assistant - Flexible Hours Near Foxton

Randstad Education; Meldreth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated local consultant

Flexible day-to-day / long-term roles

Safeguarding & SEN training

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs near Foxton and across South Cambridgeshire. Roles range from day-to-day cover to longer-term placements, offering flexibility to fit your availability.

You will provide empathetic 1:1 or small-group support, assist with adapted lessons, and use aids like PECS or Makaton. DBS clearance is required; safeguarding is a priority in this specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with SEN.
• Warm, resilient and patient personality.
• Willingness to support personal care needs if required.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to complete one.
• Knowledge of SEN methodologies is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Assist with delivering adapted, sensory-aware learning activities.
• Use PECS, Makaton, or visual schedules to support communication.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour management.
• Assist with personal care duties where applicable.
• Create a secure, calm classroom environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

Randstad Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs near Foxton and across South Cambridgeshire. Roles range from day-to-day cover to longer-term placements, offering flexibility to fit your availability.

You will provide empathetic 1:1 or small-group support, assist with adapted lessons, and use aids like PECS or Makaton. DBS clearance is required; safeguarding is a priority in this specialist setting.