Do you want to play a key role in helping children thrive by supporting therapy sessions and promoting a positive, inclusive environment?
Exciting Opportunity for a Therapy Assistant – Cambridge
Teaching Personnel is thrilled to present an amazing opportunity to work with a valued SEN partner school in Cambridge. The school is looking for a highly motivated, passionate, and innovative Therapy Assistant to join their dedicated team and play a key role in supporting the wellbeing and development of students with complex needs.
About the Role
As a Therapy Assistant, you will:
- Assist in delivering therapy sessions under the guidance of qualified therapists
- Support pupils in therapeutic environments, including sensory regulation spaces
- Work with class teams to implement communication and regulation strategies
- Help prepare materials, resources, and observations for pupil profiles and planning
- Support staff development through modelling and assisting in training
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote inclusive and trauma-informed practices
The Ideal Candidate:
✔️ Previous experience of working in a therapy, care or education setting (ESSENTIAL)
✔️ GCSE in maths and English at Grades A*-C or equivalent (ESSENTIAL)
✔️Relevant additional qualifications in BSL, Makaton or PECS or similar and willingness to undertake further study (DESRIABLE)
✔️ Knowledge of the Statutory requirement of IEPs and EHCPs. (ESSENTIAL)
✔️ DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
What We Offer:
Competitive pay
Training & development opportunities
24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
Ready to make a difference? Call 01223 778494 or email chloe.godfrey@teachingpersonnel.com to learn more!
Referral Bonus for successful candidates!
Kindly note – Please only apply for this role if you are a resident of the UK or if recently moved hold a police clearance check from the country you have left from!
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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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