Supply Teaching Assistant ( SEND)

Simply Education Ltd; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate Supply Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream and specialist SEN schools in Peterborough. The role offers flexible working hours to accommodate various commitments. You will be responsible for supporting pupils with additional needs, including personal care where required. Ideal candidates should have experience working with children, strong communication skills, and a patient, empathetic approach to promote the well-being of students.

Benefits

Flexible supply work

Ongoing SEND training

Supportive education consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is essential.
• Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care requirements.
• A background in care, support work, or healthcare is warmly welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs in the classroom.
• Assist with personal care and mobility where required.
• Help maintain a safe and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children with additional needs

Strong communication skills

Patient and empathetic approach

Ability to work well within a team

Comfortable with personal care

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - SEN (Flexible Hours)

Location: Peterborough

School Type: Mainstream & Specialist SEN Schools

Hours: Flexible - work that fits around your availability

About the Role

Simply Education is seeking compassionate and reliable Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and specialist SEN schools in Peterborough and the surrounding areas.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking for a flexible role that fits around other commitments, whether you are seeking full-time supply, part-time hours, or ad-hoc work.

You will be supporting children and young people with additional needs, including Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD) and other complex needs. Some roles will involve personal care, so confidence and sensitivity in this area are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs in the classroom, one-to-one, and in small groups
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and daily routines where required
• Help maintain a safe, calm, and positive learning environment
• Support behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff to meet pupils' individual needs
• Promote pupils' independence, confidence, and wellbeing

About You

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs
• Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care requirements
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic with a positive, adaptable approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• A background in care, support work, or healthcare is warmly welcomed
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Why Work with Simply Education?

• Flexible supply work to suit your availability and lifestyle
• Opportunities across mainstream and specialist SEN settings
• Ongoing SEND training and professional development
• Supportive, experienced education consultants
• A rewarding role where every day makes a difference

How to Apply

If you are looking for a flexible Teaching Assistant role and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check