Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Love2shop voucher

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a versatile SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Cambridge. Roles include 1:to:1 intervention, personal care and general classroom assistance across special needs settings.

You will work with pupils with ASC, ADHD, MLD/SLD, and SEMH, with an Enhanced DBS and the UK Right to Work. Immediate start and flexible full- or part-time placements available.

Qualifications

• Experience as SEN TA, care worker or similar is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Tailored 1:to:1 and group support with adapted curriculum tasks.

Skills

1:to:1 support

Personal care

Communication

De-escalation

ASC/ADHD awareness

UK Right to Work

Job description

Ask yourself these three questions...

Are you passionate about empowering pupils with special educational needs to reach their full potential?

Do you thrive in a versatile role where no two days are the same:from 1:to:1 support to personal care?

Are you looking for a rewarding SEN support role in Cambridge?

SEN Teaching Assistant (1:to:1 and Generic Support)

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Contract: Full:Time / Part:Time Options : Long:Term / Ongoing

Salary: GBP95 : GBP110 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you an adaptable, compassionate individual looking for a flexible or full:time role as an SEN Teaching Assistant?

Randstad Education is currently seeking versatile SEN Teaching Assistants to support vibrant school communities across Cambridge. Whether you specialize in 1:to:1 intervention, feel comfortable providing personal care support, or excel at general classroom assistance across special needs departments, this role offers an incredible platform to make a genuine difference.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a wide spectrum of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), physical disabilities, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Tailored 1:to:1 and Group Support: As a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant, you will deliver individualised learning support, keeping pupils focused and engaged with adapted curriculum tasks.
• Personal Care and Mobility Support: Assist specific pupils with personal care routines (hygiene, changing, feeding) and mobility needs with dignity, respect, and utmost care when required.
• Behaviour and Sensory Management: Implement visual schedules, sensory breaks, and positive reinforcement strategies to support emotional regulation and maintain a calm environment.
• General Classroom Assistance: Support class teachers with managing classroom dynamics, setting up specialized learning equipment, and creating interactive resource materials.
• Track Student Progress: Work alongside the SENCO, class teachers, and external specialists to log daily achievements and adapt support strategies accordingly.

Candidate Profile

• Prior experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, support worker, care assistant, or youth mentor is highly desirable.
• Comfort and willingness to assist with personal care and physical support (where required) is advantageous.
• Patient, calm, and proactive approach with strong communication skills and de:escalation awareness.
• Understanding of diverse needs such as ASC, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or physical impairments.
• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or readiness to process one immediately through Randstad).
• Mandatory UK Right to Work (no visa sponsorship available).

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: Paid weekly, alongside access to Randstads comprehensive benefits platform.
• Flexible Placements: Roles ranging from full:time 1:to:1 positions to adaptable general TA assignments in Cambridge.
• Referral Scheme: Earn a GBP300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T and Cs apply).

Randstad Education is the UK market leader in education recruitment. For nearly two decades, weve connected dedicated teachers and support staff with over 2,500 schools weekly, making a positive difference for thousands of children every day.