Teaching Assistant - FULLTIME

Teaching Personnel; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking passionate SEN Teaching Assistants for a full-time, term-time only role at a specialist school in St Austell. Ideal candidates will support children with complex needs, helping create a safe and engaging learning environment. This temporary position offers the possibility of permanent employment, allowing candidates to integrate into the school community fully.

Benefits

Trial Period for role fit

Supportive Transition to permanent role

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with complex or profound needs is desirable.
• A commitment to working full-time during term-time only.
• Ability to build relationships with students, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with complex special educational needs in a 1:1 or small group setting.
• Assisting with personal care, communication aids, and meeting physical needs.
• Collaborating with class teachers to implement individual learning plans.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Proactive attitude

Strong relationships

Education

Experience working in a school setting

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Job Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistants (Full-Time, Term-Time Only) - St Austell
Location: St Austell, Cornwall
Contract: Temporary-to-Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Monday to Friday)
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Are you an experienced teaching assistant looking for a rewarding role in a specialist setting? We're seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEN complex needs school in the St Austell area.

About the Role

This is a full-time, term-time only position in a specialist school catering to pupils with a wide range of complex needs, including ASD, communication difficulties, and sensory and physical impairments.

The role begins on a temporary basis, with a clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidates. This structure offers you the opportunity to fully integrate into the school community, gain valuable experience, and ensure the role is the perfect fit for both you and the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with complex special educational needs in a 1:1 or small group setting
• Assisting with personal care, communication aids, and physical or sensory needs where required
• Collaborating closely with class teachers and SEN professionals to implement individual learning plans
• Helping create an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment tailored to each child's needs
• Promoting emotional well-being, social development, and independence
• Managing and responding calmly to challenging behaviours with appropriate strategies

What We're Looking For

• Essential: Experience working in a school setting, preferably within SEN
• Desirable: Previous experience supporting children with complex or profound needs
• A passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with SEN
• Resilience, empathy, and a proactive attitude
• A commitment to working full-time, Monday to Friday during term-time only
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Choose a Temporary-to-Permanent Contract?

• Trial Period: Experience the role and the school environment before committing long-term
• Supportive Transition: Receive guidance and feedback during the initial phase, leading to a smooth shift into a permanent role
• Career Progression: Gain valuable SEN experience and professional development opportunities
• Job Security: A clear path to stable, long-term employment in a nurturing and well-resourced setting

Apply Today

If you're ready to take the next step in your SEN career and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

To apply: Send your CV and a short cover letter to [insert contact email]
For more information, contact [insert name and phone number]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available