SEN Teaching Assistant – Ely, Cambridgeshire

About the role

Join a specialist school environment in Ely as a SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs during term time. You will work alongside teachers, therapists and support staff to help pupils achieve academic, social and personal goals.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and SLD.
• Promote confidence, independence and positive engagement with learning.
• Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour support strategies and personal care where required.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other staff to deliver tailored interventions.

Required profile

• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate of £95‑£105 (based on experience).
• Opportunities for short‑term, long‑term and permanent assignments.
• Access to continuous professional development and specialist education consultancy.
• Flexible start dates to suit availability.
• Supportive environment focused on safeguarding and child welfare.