SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Cambridge)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Cambridge

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

22000.00 - 23000.00 GBP / Year

Save Job

Apply Position

Job Description:

Are you an expert Level 2 or 3 SEN TA who knows how to unlock a child's potential, making learning both accessible and exciting? Do you thrive on providing that crucial 1:1 support, patiently guiding a student to overcome hurdles and build lasting confidence? Are you ready to be a vital member of a truly collaborative and supportive school team where your skills are essential? If you're dedicated to helping every child succeed, this is your opportunity. Randstad Education is seeking a patient and creative professional with a proven background in Special Educational Needs (SEN) support. This key role involves joining a dedicated inclusion team to make a significant positive impact on children's education.

Job Responsibility:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEN students
Implement and track progress against Individualised Education Plans (IEPs/EHCPs)
Adapt learning materials and classroom activities under teacher guidance
Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Observe, record, and report on student progress to the teacher
Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment
Support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours

Requirements:

Level 2/3 TA qualification
SEN experience
Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD)
Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies
Effective de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities
A full, clean driving licence
Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours
Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students
Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style
Have experience with SEND or knowledge learning difficulties
Patient, empathetic, and resilient
Must be immediately available for work
Must pass child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references

Nice to have:

A DBS on the update service
Relevant TA or Special Education qualification is desirable

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Expiration:
January 31, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

Randstad - All Job Offers

Job Link Share: