SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you an empathetic, patient, and proactive individual looking for a rewarding role where you can help pupils with special educational needs achieve their full potential?

We are currently partnering with supportive specialist provisions and primary/secondary schools near Linton, Cambridgeshire to recruit dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for flexible day-to-day supply as well as consistent long-term opportunities.

In this vital support role, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and multidisciplinary therapy teams to assist children and young people across a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). These profiles include Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). You will be key in providing a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils feel supported, valued, and ready to learn.

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Near Linton, Cambridgeshire

• Contract: Day-to-Day Supply & Long-Term Opportunities available

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, daytime school hours (part-time and full-time options available)

• 1:1 & Group Support: Provide tailored classroom support, adapting tasks to suit individual learning styles and working towards targets set out in pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Communication Support: Implement visual supports and alternative communication strategies (such as PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, and 'now & next' boards) to foster independence and language development.

• Sensory & Emotional Regulation: Support pupils through dysregulation using nurture-based approaches, sensory circuits/breaks, and calm de-escalation techniques.

• Therapy Implementation: Assist in carrying out daily routines and exercises recommended by speech and language therapists or occupational therapists.

• Personal Care: Assist with personal care, hygiene, and mobility requirements where needed, ensuring pupil safety, dignity, and comfort at all times.

• Observation & Tracking: Maintain accurate daily notes on pupil progress, engagement, and emotional breakthroughs to share with teachers and support staff.

• Experience: Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN or additional needs (in a school, nursery, youth work, residential care, or healthcare setting) is highly desirable.

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, or Health & Social Care is beneficial, but passionate candidates with relevant transferable experience are warmly encouraged to apply.

• A patient, adaptable, and resilient approach with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Training in de-escalation or physical intervention (such as Team Teach, Safety-Net, or PRICE) is an advantage, though ongoing training can be provided.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).

• Flexibility & Stability: The freedom to choose flexible day-to-day supply to suit your schedule, or secure a stable, long-term placement.

• Competitive Pay: Paid weekly at competitive daily rates reflective of your experience and SEN skill set.

• Specialist CPD & Training: Access to continuous professional development in autism awareness, positive behaviour support, and safeguarding.

• Dedicated Consultant Support: Regular local work with dedicated guidance from your consultant at Randstad Education.

Step into a deeply rewarding SEN support role today.

How to Apply: Please forward your up-to-date CV and a brief covering message highlighting your SEN experience to [email removed] or call [phone removed] for a confidential discussion about our current day-to-day and long-term opportunities near Linton.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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