SEND Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Longstanton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Specialist school environment

Dedicated TimePlan consultant

Professional development

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a caring, resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Northstowe, supporting pupils with Autism, MLD and SLD. In this full-time role you will work as part of a supportive team, helping learners access lessons, develop life skills and build confidence.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist with structured activities, and contribute to EHCP targets.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND (ASD/MLD/SLD or complex needs)
• Empathetic, patient and positive attitude
• Strong communication, resilience and teamwork skills
• Reliable transport to school location
• DBS check in place or willing to apply

Responsibilities

• One-to-one support for students with ASD/MLD/SLD
• Small-group support and structured learning activities
• Assisting with communication support and sensory needs
• Support EHCP targets and behavior regulation in class
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and staff to create an inclusive environment

Skills

SEND experience

Empathetic approach

Communication

Resilience

Teamwork

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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