SEN Teaching Assistant — Immediate Start (Full-Time)

Aspire People; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs at a specialist school in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire. The role is full-time, starting immediately, with potential for permanent placement for the right candidate.

You will work closely with teaching staff to help learners access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and manage inclusive classroom activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• Experience in residential childcare, care homes, healthcare or mainstream education is welcome.
• Able to work full-time, Mon-Fri 8:30-4:40.
• Must be reliable and commit to fixed hours; transport is essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group support.
• Supporting classroom learning and activities.
• Assisting pupils with communication and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Supporting individual learning plans and educational targets.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Creating a safe, consistent and supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Emotional resilience

Immediate availability

Job description

Aspire People Limited seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs at a specialist school in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire. The role is full-time, starting immediately, with potential for permanent placement for the right candidate.

You will work closely with teaching staff to help learners access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and manage inclusive classroom activities.