EXPERIENCED SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT – SPECIALIST SCHOOL

Location: Meldreth, near Royston
Salary: £12.37–£13.49/hr
Hours: 37/week, Term Time Only
Contract: Full time, permanent
We’re looking for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join our small, supportive classes (up to 8 students) at a ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated specialist school. Our pupils are aged 6–19 with a range of MLD and SLD needs including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and associated difficulties. Many of our students have complex medical needs and sensory/ physical impairments.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Level 2+ qualification in Support Work for Teaching & Learning (or equivalent) desirable
• Right to work in the UK (NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE).
• GCSE Maths & English Level 2/C or equivalent
• Experience working with SEN/SEMH pupils in paid or voluntary roles
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and personalised learning approaches
• Positive, adaptable, and pupil-focused

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

• Support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and independence
• Personal care will be required
• Candidates from Care backgrounds encouraged to apply
• Follow individual plans and use positive behaviour management strategies
• Assist teachers in delivering differentiated lessons and activities
• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and work closely with the wider team
  Interview Dates: September
  If you’re an experienced, caring, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant, we’d love to hear from you!