training and education
E-learning modules
£90 - £95 per day
Meldreth
Are you ready to be the person who helps a child find their voice, their confidence, and their place in the world?
Do you possess the emotional depth to stay steady during challenging moments and the genuine joy to celebrate the "small steps" that represent massive hurdles overcome?
We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well regarded SEN School based in Meldreth. This position offers the flexibility of a long-term full-time role with the potential to transition into a permanent contract for the right candidate. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting students with diverse and complex needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and significant physical or sensory processing sensitivities.
Your Responsibilities
- Tailored Learning Scaffolding: Work 1:1 or in small groups to simplify academic tasks into tactile, sensory-rich activities that match each student's specific developmental stage.
- Communication Facilitation: Model and encourage the use of Makaton, PECS, or Widgit symbols to ensure every student can express their preferences and advocate for themselves.
- Proactive Co-Regulation: Identify the subtle signs of student distress or sensory overload, utilizing Sensory Circuits or low-arousal techniques to help learners regain their focus.
- Targeted Progress Documentation: Assist the Class Teacher in tracking achievements against Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets, providing vital feedback on social and emotional growth.
- Dignity-Focused Support: Provide essential assistance with mobility and personal care, ensuring every student feels comfortable and respected within their environment.
What You'll Bring
- Unyielding compassion: You understand that building trust with neurodiverse learners takes time, and you are committed to the long-term journey.
- Reflective Practice: The ability to remain calm under pressure and analyze "behavior as communication" to better support a student's needs.
- Versatility: You can pivot your energy levels instantly-from enthusiastic motivation during play to quiet, grounded observation during focused work.
- Relevant Background: Experience in care, youth work, mental health, or special education is highly desirable, though a passionate "can-do" attitude is the ultimate requirement.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).
Why Choose Randstad?
- Elite Daily Rates: £90 - £95 per day via our transparent PAYE system.
- Career Path: Real opportunities for permanent contracts and professional advancement within the school.
- Specialist CPD: Access free, certified training in Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Safeguarding.
- Personalized Support: Work with Neeraj, your dedicated consultant who understands the Meldreth and Cambridgeshire specialist education landscape.
- Referral Bonus: Earn £300 for every qualified friend you successfully refer to us!
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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