Teaching Assistant : Ely

TipTopJob; Ely; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob is recruiting a compassionate, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs at a specialist school in Ely and surrounding areas.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to remove barriers to learning, using tools like PECS and Makaton, and liaising with teachers, SENCo, and external therapists to track progress while maintaining positive behaviour and routines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience supporting children or young adults with SEN.
• Patient, adaptable approach with strong crisis de-escalation skills.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant SEN certifications.
• Strong basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support aligned with EHCPs.
• Use alternative communication tools (PECS, Makaton) to support engagement.
• Assist with sensory processing routines and personal care when needed.
• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCos, and external therapists to track pupil development.
• Maintain positive behaviour management in line with school policy.

Skills

SEN experience

Crisis de-escalation skills

Literacy and numeracy

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Role: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Ely and surrounding areas

School Type: Specialist SEN School

About The Role

We are recruiting a compassionate, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant on behalf of a dedicated specialist school supporting pupils with complex needs, including Autistic Spectrum Condition, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to remove barriers to learning and foster a safe, predictable environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small:group support aligned with pupils Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Use alternative communication tools (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and de:escalation techniques to support daily engagement.
• Assist with sensory processing routines and personal care support where necessary.
• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCos, and external therapists to track pupil development.
• Maintain positive behavior management strategies in line with the schools policy.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience supporting children or young adults with SEN (school, care, or support setting). (desirable)
• A patient, adaptable approach with strong crisis:de:escalation skills.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant care/SEN certifications (desirable).
• Strong basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness for one).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily and weekly pay rates through PAYE.
• Dedicated agency consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to free, accredited SEN and Safeguarding CPD training modules.
• Opportunities for long:term placement leading to permanent roles.