About this role

❓ Ask yourself these three questions...

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with special educational needs?

Are you a patient, resilient communicator ready to build strong one-to-one and small group relationships?

Are you looking for a rewarding, full-time teaching assistant role in Northstowe?

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location

Northstowe, Cambridgeshire

Start Date

Immediate / ASAP

Contract

Full-Time (5 days a week) - Long-Term / Ongoing

Salary

£95 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you an empathetic, proactive support professional looking for a fulfilling role as an

SEN Teaching Assistant?

Randstad Education is currently seeking a dedicated

SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant, modern school community in

Northstowe. Working full-time (5 days a week), this role is centered on delivering targeted, person-centred support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

As an

SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and specialist support teams to create an inclusive, safe, and encouraging learning environment where every child feels empowered to achieve.

Key Responsibilities

One-to-One & Small Group Support

As a dedicated

SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored learning support, guiding SEN pupils through classroom activities and adapted tasks.

Behaviour & Sensory Regulation

Implement positive behavior management strategies, sensory breaks, and visual routines to help students remain engaged and feel supported throughout the school day.

Promote Independence

Assist SEN students in developing essential life skills, social communication, emotional resilience, and classroom confidence.

Collaborate with SENCO & Specialists

Track pupil progress, maintain observational notes, and work closely with the SENCO, speech therapists, and educational psychologists to adapt support plans.

Foster Inclusion

Help adapt curriculum materials and create learning aids to ensure all practical and academic activities are fully accessible for your assigned pupils.

Candidate Profile

We are searching for a compassionate, reliable

SEN Teaching Assistant with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in special education support.

Prior experience as an

SEN Teaching Assistant, learning support assistant, care worker, or youth support specialist is highly advantageous.

Understanding of various educational needs (e.g., Autism spectrum condition, ADHD, Down Syndrome, SEMH, or complex needs).

Calm, patient, and adaptable approach with strong de-escalation skills and emotional maturity.

Punctual and able to commit to a full-time timetable (5 days a week, Monday to Friday).

Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or readiness to process one immediately through Randstad).

What We Offer

Competitive Daily Rates

Paid weekly, alongside access to Randstad's wide-ranging benefit schemes.

Modern School Environment

Work within the growing, highly resourced Northstowe community with collaborative staff and great facilities.

Referral Scheme

Earn a

£300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our

Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).

Ready to make a positive impact for SEN students in Northstowe? Click APPLY NOW to register your interest with Randstad Education today!

Randstad Education is the UK market leader in education recruitment. For nearly two decades, we've connected dedicated teachers and support staff with over 2,500 schools weekly, making a positive difference for thousands of children every day.