Teaching Assistant - Ely

Role: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Ely and surrounding areas

School Type: Specialist SEN School

About the Role

We are recruiting a compassionate, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant on behalf of a dedicated specialist school supporting pupils with complex needs, including Autistic Spectrum Condition, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. You will work 1:1 and in small groups to remove barriers to learning and foster a safe, predictable environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support aligned with pupils' Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Use alternative communication tools (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and de-escalation techniques to support daily engagement.

• Assist with sensory processing routines and personal care support where necessary.

• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCos, and external therapists to track pupil development.

• Maintain positive behavior management strategies in line with the school's policy.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience supporting children or young adults with SEN (school, care, or support setting). (desirable)

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