SEN Teaching Assistant

• Provide direct, focused support to individual students or small learning groups to facilitate their access to the curriculum and meet EHCP targets
• Assist teaching staff with resource preparation, including adapting materials and managing sensory or specialist equipment
• Apply pre-agreed positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques calmly and consistently
• Support students with personal care needs (e.g., toileting, moving and handling, feeding) maintaining the highest standards of dignity and privacy
• Effectively utilise communication methods such as Makaton, PECS, or visual aids to promote student expression
• Monitor, record, and report on student progress, engagement levels, and any specific concerns to the relevant staff members

• Significant, recent experience working as a Teaching Assistant, particularly within an SEN school or equivalent specialist provision
• Formal training or certification (e.g., Level 2/3 TA qualification) is advantageous, but extensive, proven experience is highly valued
• A deep understanding of the practical challenges and strategies associated with supporting students with complex learning and communication needs
• Outstanding communication skills, demonstrating resilience, flexibility, and a positive, patient approach
• Practical knowledge and comfort in providing personal care support
• Must possess an Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be ready to apply for one immediately)

Formal training or certification (e.g., Level 2/3 TA qualification)

• A competitive daily rate ranging from £90 to £95
• The chance to work within a supportive, highly specialised educational team in the attractive location of Ely
• Continuous opportunity to gain diverse and invaluable professional experience in a leading SEN environment
• A career that offers genuine purpose and the reward of seeing students achieve their full potential
• Access to our generous £300 Refer A Friend Scheme