SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Cambridge)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Cambridge

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

We are searching for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well regarded SEN School located near Foxton. This full-time, long-term role is designed for someone who understands that "behaviour is communication." You will be supporting students with diverse needs-ranging from Autism (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) to sensory processing challenges-ensuring they feel safe, understood, and empowered to learn.

Job Responsibility:

Academic Scaffolding: Work 1:1 to break down lesson objectives into visual, tactile, and sensory-friendly tasks that align with the student's specific cognitive level
Communication Support: Facilitate social and academic engagement using PECS, Makaton, or visual schedules to help students express their needs and reduce frustration
Regulated Learning: Identify early triggers of sensory distress and implement "brain breaks" or sensory circuit activities to help students return to a state of calm
EHCP Milestone Tracking: Collaborate with the Class Teacher to observe and record daily progress toward Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets
Personal Care & Dignity: Provide essential support with mobility, meal times, and personal care, ensuring every student's comfort and dignity are the priority

Requirements:

Emotional Resilience: You are the "calm anchor" for your students, capable of remaining supportive even during periods of high-pressure or challenging behaviour
A Proactive Mindset: You can anticipate a student's needs before they become a frustration, acting quickly to keep the environment positive
Dependability: Students in specialist settings thrive on routine
we need a consistent professional who will be a reliable figure in their school week
Relevant Background: Experience in care, psychology, youth work, or previous school support is highly valued, but your empathy and "can-do" attitude are essential
Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one via Randstad)

Nice to have:

ability to track progression in attainment
background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience

What we offer:

Competitive Daily Pay: £90 - £95 per day via our transparent and hassle-free PAYE system
Consistency: The security of a full-time, term-time schedule in a supportive school environment near Foxton
Specialist CPD: Access free, certified training in Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Safeguarding
Personal Support: A dedicated consultant (Neeraj) who knows the local SEN market and will support you throughout your placement
Referral Bonus: Earn a £300 voucher for every friend or colleague you successfully refer to the Randstad family!

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Expiration:
April 01, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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