Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cambridge, Full-Time

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with autism? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our specialist partner schools in the Cambridge area.

This rewarding opportunity involves supporting children and young people aged 5-19 years with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students both academically and socially, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Support students in achieving outcomes that are in line with, or as close as possible to, those of their mainstream peers.
Create a positive, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to succeed.
Deliver high-quality support tailored to the individual needs of students with autism.
Build strong, trusting relationships with students and encourage their personal development.
Remain proactive, adaptable, and resilient when managing challenging situations.
Work closely with teaching staff and specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes for students.
Be prepared for an active role, supporting students throughout the school day.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who are:

Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent.
Committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning.
Strong communicators who can build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
Experienced in SEN settings or eager to develop a career within specialist education.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Attractive salary package.
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme for teaching and support staff.

Ongoing Training & Career Development

At Teaching Personnel, we're committed to helping you grow professionally. You'll have access to a range of training opportunities covering:

Safeguarding
Behaviour management
Autism awareness
Effective teaching and support strategies

Flexibility & Career Progression

Whether you're looking to develop your experience in specialist education or take the next step in your career, we offer a range of opportunities and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Dedicated Consultant Support

You'll receive regular feedback, guidance, and communication from our experienced team, ensuring you feel supported throughout your placement and beyond.

Apply Today

If you're a motivated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to become part of a dedicated team that's transforming the lives of young people with autism.

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 at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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