SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Meldreth, near Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Salary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (£20,941.63 - £22,834.95 actual salary), based on experience and qualifications
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team in providing a highly supportive learning environment for students aged 6 to 19 with a range of additional needs, including moderate and severe learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, and complex medical conditions. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting students' learning, development, and progress across various contexts, including the classroom, local environment, and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with their learning and development across all areas of the curriculum.
• Assist young people with diverse needs to achieve their educational and personal goals.
• Foster an inclusive environment that promotes equality, diversity, and respect.
• Emphasise the support and empowerment of young people.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding values and procedures.
• Provide high-quality support in all aspects of the role, including potential physical intervention and personal care routines.
• Collaborate effectively as a team member while also working independently when required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Educated: At least Level 2 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Willing to Learn: Committed to pursuing formal qualifications and training (fully funded by us).
• Compassionate: Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Ambitious: Determined to help overcome barriers to learning.
• Creative Thinkers: Able to develop innovative solutions to challenges.
• Team Players: Capable of working collaboratively and maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent Communicators: Possess strong communication skills, particularly in relation to our students' unique communication needs.

Benefits

• Join an accredited, highly skilled specialist team.
• Be part of a growing team with shared values and vision.
• Opportunities for meaningful career development.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced pension scheme (starting in October).
• Access to Perk Box for high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme for personal and work-related support.
• Bike to work scheme for eco-friendly commuting.
• Car lease scheme for flexible transportation options.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to support young people in achieving their goals, we would love to hear from you! Apply now or call Paul on 01293 527416.