SEN Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Randstad Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 2/3) to support a class of 8-10 pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition in Cambridge. You will work with therapists and teachers to create a nurturing environment focused on social-emotional wellbeing and EHCP targets.

Role includes direct classroom support, lesson adaptation, behaviour promotion, safeguarding, and occasional Level 3 activities for small groups. Level 2 required, Level 3 preferable.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification and previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Experience in mainstream or SEN settings is desirable.
• Ability to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and EHCP targets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct support to individuals or small groups, adapting lessons to EHCP targets.
• Promote positive social interactions, inclusion, and good behaviour.
• Assist with emotional, physical, medical care, lunch duty and First Aid.
• Plan and deliver specialised activities for small groups (Level 3).
• Prepare classrooms, resources, displays and manage day-to-day admin tasks.
• Record pupil progress and contribute to target setting and evaluation.
• Maintain a safe learning environment following Health & Safety rules.
• Provide feedback on learning activities for school reviews.

Education

Level 2 qualification (SEN Teaching Assistant)

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Level 2 / Level 3)

£25,185 - £25,583 FTE (approx. £21,697 - £22,040 pro-rata) [L2] or £25,584 - £27,269 FTE (approx. £22,041 - £23,493 pro-rata) [L3]

Join a supportive, holistic team delivering high-quality education to a class of 8-10 pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition. Working alongside specialist teachers and therapists, you will create a safe, nurturing environment focused on social-emotional wellbeing, communication, and fulfilling each pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Key Responsibilities

Classroom & Pupil Support

• Deliver direct support to individuals or small groups, adapting lessons and learning approaches to meet EHCP targets.

• Promote positive social interactions, inclusion, high standards of behaviour, and attendance.

• Assist with emotional, physical, and medical care, including lunch duty supervision and First Aid administration.

• (Level 3) Plan, arrange, and deliver specialised learning activities for small groups.

Teacher & Operational Support

• Prepare classroom environments, resources, displays, and manage day-to-day administrative tasks.

• Record pupil progress, contribute to target setting, planning, and evaluation.

• Maintain a clean, safe learning environment in line with Health & Safety regulations.

• (Level 3) Provide detailed feedback on learning activities to support school review processes.

Community, Culture & Safeguarding

• Embody school values, foster family participation, and support school events.

• Maintain strict safeguarding standards, pupil welfare, and medical/child protection protocols.

• Uphold a "Humans first, professional second" culture, engaging in CPD, team collaboration, and out-of-hours governance/school meetings as required.

• (Level 2/3) Support or mentor fellow Teaching Assistants in their professional development.

To be succesful in your application, you will have minimum Level 2 qualification and previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant in either a mainstream or SEN setting.