Full-Time Teaching Assistant (SEND Experience Required)

Location: CB2, Cambridge
Salary: Competitive rates of pay
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the CB2 area of Cambridge. This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping every pupil reach their full potential.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must have:

• Previous experience working within a UK school setting
• Extensive experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• In-depth SEND training and a strong understanding of a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties
• An excellent command of spoken and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• A valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• The right to work in the UK

The Role

As a Full-Time Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored interventions and learning activities
• Adapt resources and learning strategies to meet individual pupil needs
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Support pupils in developing confidence, independence, and social skills
• Assist with classroom preparation and daily learning activities
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

When you join Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive weekly pay paid directly through PAYE
• A dedicated personal consultant to support your career
• Access to long-term, permanent, and flexible opportunities
• Free and discounted CPD courses through the Teaching Personnel Academy
• Specialist SEND training and professional development opportunities
• Support with CV writing and interview preparation
• Access to a wide network of local schools
• Easy online timesheet management
• Ongoing safeguarding and compliance support
• Referral bonus opportunities for recommending education professionals

Apply Today

If you have a strong background supporting pupils with SEND, excellent English communication skills, and experience working within a UK school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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