training and education
E-learning modules
£90 - £95 per day
Ely
Can you be the "steady anchor" for a student navigating a world that often feels overwhelming and unpredictable?
Do you have the emotional intelligence to look past a challenging behaviour and recognise the communication of an unmet need?
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist school in Ely. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity to work within a purpose-built environment supporting children and young people with diverse needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and sensory processing differences. In this Ely-based role, your presence won't just support a classroom; it will provide the safety and consistency a student needs to truly flourish.
Your Daily Impact: Responsibilities
- Targeted 1:1 Mentorship: Deliver personalised, sensory-integrated activities that cater to the specific cognitive and emotional profile of your assigned student.
- Communication Advocacy: Empower students using PECS, Makaton, or high-tech AAC devices, ensuring every learner has a voice in their education.
- Sensory Regulation: Identify environmental triggers early and utilise "brain breaks" or sensory circuit sessions to help students maintain emotional balance.
- Progress Tracking: Collaborate with the Class Teacher to document "small-step" achievements that form the evidence for Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews.
- Dignified Personal Care: Assist with mobility, meal times, and personal hygiene with the highest level of respect, maintaining the student's comfort and privacy.
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work alongside therapists and specialist teachers to provide a unified and predictable support system for every pupil.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Resilient Empathy: The ability to remain a calm and co-regulating influence during periods of high pressure or student dysregulation.
- Proactive Spirit: A "can-do" attitude-you anticipate needs and prepare resources before being asked, ensuring the school day runs smoothly.
- Unwavering Reliability: Our students find change difficult; we need a dedicated professional who will be a consistent, dependable figure in their daily routine.
- Transferable Experience: Backgrounds in support work, psychology, care, or youth coaching are highly valued, though a genuine heart for SEN is the essential requirement.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one through Randstad).
Why Choose Randstad?
- Competitive PAYE Rates: £90 - £95 per day
- Ely Stability: Secure a consistent, full-time role in a school that prides itself on its inclusive culture and supportive leadership.
- Specialist CPD: Access free, certified training in Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Advanced Safeguarding.
- Personalised Support: Work with Neeraj, your dedicated consultant who understands the Cambridgeshire and Ely SEN landscapes.
- Referral Bonus: Earn a £300 voucher for every friend or colleague you successfully refer who joins the Randstad family!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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