SEN Teaching Assistant
Posted 06/11/26About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist primary school in the Cambridgeshire area. This vital role involves providing tailored support to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), working both 1:1 and with small groups of children. You will be instrumental in assisting pupils with complex learning needs, including those with ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. We are open to candidates seeking long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent contracts, with a competitive daily rate ranging from £90 to £115, starting as soon as possible.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide targeted 1:1 support to pupils with varying complex learning needs.
* Facilitate small group interventions, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
* Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to meet individual pupil objectives.
* Support pupils with specific challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
* Help develop communication skills in children experiencing speech and language difficulties.
* Contribute to a positive and engaging classroom atmosphere that promotes pupil wellbeing and progress.
About You
* Possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with Special Educational Needs.
* Demonstrate previous experience working with children with complex learning difficulties, such as ASD, ADHD, or speech and language challenges.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
* Hold strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with pupils and staff.
* Be proactive, adaptable, and able to respond effectively to diverse pupil needs.
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We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist primary school in the Cambridgeshire area. This vital role involves providing tailored support to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), working both 1:1 and with small groups of children. You will be instrumental in assisting pupils with complex learning needs, including those with ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. We are open to candidates seeking long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent contracts, with a competitive daily rate ranging from £90 to £115, starting as soon as possible.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide targeted 1:1 support to pupils with varying complex learning needs.
* Facilitate small group interventions, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
* Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to meet individual pupil objectives.
* Support pupils with specific challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
* Help develop communication skills in children experiencing speech and language difficulties.
* Contribute to a positive and engaging classroom atmosphere that promotes pupil wellbeing and progress.
About You
* Possess a genuine passion for supporting primary-aged children with Special Educational Needs.
* Demonstrate previous experience working with children with complex learning difficulties, such as ASD, ADHD, or speech and language challenges.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
* Hold strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with pupils and staff.
* Be proactive, adaptable, and able to respond effectively to diverse pupil needs.
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