Sen teaching assistant Job at Randstad (Cambridge, Cambridgeshire)

Sen teaching assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

An inspiring opportunity has arisen for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated specialist team in Foxton. In this role, you will be the primary support for students with a variety of needs, including Autism (ASC), learning disabilities, and sensory impairments. You will work in close partnership with class teachers to ensure that every lesson is accessible, engaging, and tailored to the unique strengths of each pupil.

Job Responsibility:

Personalised Engagement: Provide dedicated 1:1 support to help students access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities
Independence Coaching: Assist students with learning difficulties to build self-confidence and develop vital life skills for greater independence
Resource Customization: Modify and adapt learning materials-such as using visual timetables or simplified language-to meet individual student needs
Target Support: Help students work toward the specific goals and outcomes outlined in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP)
Wrap-around Care: Supervise and support students during non-classroom periods, including lunch, breaks, and community-based trips
Collaboration & Reporting: Maintain detailed daily records of student progress and work alongside teachers and therapists to provide a holistic support network

Requirements:

Proven Experience: A background in supporting young people with learning difficulties, disabilities, or complex needs
Strong Communication: Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to assist with reading, note-taking, and clarifying curriculum content
Empathetic Approach: A patient, calm, and resilient nature, capable of managing challenging situations with a positive attitude
Inclusive Values: A deep commitment to promoting equality and championing the rights of all learners
Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists
Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or a willingness to apply for one)

What we offer:

Competitive Daily Pay: £90 - £95 per day
Consistency: A stable, full-time contract in a specialised Foxton environment
Professional Development: Access to Randstad's premium training library, featuring courses on Autism awareness and safeguarding
Rewarding Career Path: Gain invaluable hands-on experience in a specialist setting that values your contribution
£300 Refer A Friend reward scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Expiration:
February 21, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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