SEND Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Specialist environment

Dedicated consultant

Training in SEND

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Northstowe, supporting pupils with Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties and Severe Learning Difficulties. This full-time role involves one-to-one and small-group work, helping students access learning and develop life skills in a supportive team.

The successful candidate will work with teachers and therapists to meet EHCP targets, require empathy, resilience, and strong communication, and benefit

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, empathetic approach.
• Strong communication, resilience and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with communication and sensory needs.
• Reliable transport is highly desirable due to school location.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• One-to-one and small-group support for students with ASD, MLD, SLD and associated needs
• Assisting with structured learning activities and communication support
• Supporting pupils with sensory needs, emotional regulation and behaviour
• Helping to maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff to meet EHCP targets

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Empathy

Patience

SEND experience

Job description

Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant - Longstanton (ASD, MLD & SLD Provision)

TimePlan Education is seeking a caring, resilient, and committed full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Northstowe, supporting pupils with a range of complex learning needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to students with Autism (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and other additional needs.

About the role

In this full-time position, you will work as part of an experienced and supportive team, helping pupils access learning, develop life skills, and build confidence. Responsibilities include:

• One-to-one and small-group support for students with ASD, MLD, SLD and associated needs
• Assisting with structured learning activities and communication support
• Supporting pupils with sensory needs, emotional regulation and behaviour
• Helping to maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff to meet EHCP targets

What we offer

• Competitive pay rates
• A supportive, specialist school environment
• A dedicated TimePlan consultant for ongoing guidance
• Opportunities for professional development and SEND-specific training

What we are looking for

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (ASD, MLD, SLD or complex needs highly desirable)
• A patient, positive and empathetic approach
• Strong communication, resilience and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting pupils with communication and sensory needs
• Reliable transport is highly desirable due to school location
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)

Why join TimePlan Education?

Since 1989, TimePlan has been matching exceptional SEND support staff with specialist schools across the UK, offering a personal, professional service and long-term career opportunities.

Location: Northstowe
Start date: September
Role type: Full-time only

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