Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £85 - £95 per day (depending on experience)

Contract: Temporary

Start Date: ASAP

Outreach Staffing Solutions are seeking compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant's to join our team to support a number of schools across the Cambridge area. This role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to help them access learning, develop independence, and reach their full potential within a positive and inclusive environment.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to provide tailored support to students with a range of needs, which may include autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist the class teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
• Help create a safe, supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with learning activities, communication, and social development.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals.
• Monitor and record student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in schools, care settings, or similar environments) is desirable.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant are desirable but not essential.

• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• Flexibility to allow you to decide your own working pattern
• Competitive salary and term-time working.

Outreach Staffing Solutionsis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.