SEND Teaching Assistant - Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Cambridgeshire
Teaching Personnel are working closely with a range of supportive and inclusive schools across Cambridgeshire to recruit experienced SEND Teaching Assistants for both full-time and part-time roles.
We are supporting schools with short-term and long-term staffing needs, working with pupils who have a variety of additional needs including SEND and SEMH. These roles are ideal for Teaching Assistants who are passionate about making a difference and have the experience to confidently support pupils with additional needs.
A full UK driving licence is desirable due to the range of school locations, but not essential.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant working through Teaching Personnel, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
- Support pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
- Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored and inclusive learning
- Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Help create a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment
A Typical Day May Include
- Supporting a pupil on a 1:1 basis throughout the school day
- Delivering targeted interventions and structured activities
- Assisting with classroom learning and adapting resources
- Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation
- Liaising with the class teacher and SENCO
- Providing feedback on pupil progress and development
- Supporting during transitions, breaktimes, or sensory activities where required
Who We're Looking For
- Essential: strong and recent experience supporting pupils with SEND in a UK school setting
- Confident supporting needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language difficulties
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive and adaptable attitude
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel
- Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE with no umbrella deductions
- Access to a wide range of full-time, part-time, long-term, and permanent opportunities
- Flexible work to suit your availability and preferences
- A dedicated personal consultant offering ongoing support and guidance
- Access to free CPD courses, including SEND-specific training
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school and specialist settings
- Support with CV writing, interview preparation, and career progression
- Pension contributions (subject to eligibility)
- Quick and efficient registration process
- Strong relationships with local schools across Cambridgeshire
- Consistent work available for experienced an
