SEN Teaching Assistant

Location : Meldreth, near Royston, Cambridgeshire / Hertfordshire border Salary : £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (£20,941.63 - £22,834.95 actual salary) depending on experience and qualifications Hours : Full-time - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Term time onlyAbout the Role : Simply Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a NAS accredited specialist team at a highly respected independent special day school. This role is integral in creating better outcomes and enhancing life chances for students aged 6 to 19 who have a range of MLD and SLD needs, including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and associated difficulties. Many students also have complex medical needs and sensory / physical impairments. The ideal candidate will support students in managing sensory overload, anxiety, low self-esteem, low confidence, and difficulties with transitions, often demonstrated through behaviours.Our Partner School Offers : A well-resourced environment with exceptional facilitiesA supportive therapeutic teamRole Responsibilities : Support students with their learning, development, and progress across all areas of the curriculum in various settings, including classrooms, local environments, and the communityAssist young people with a range of needs, including PMLD, complex medical conditions, and autism, to achieve their educational and personal goalsFoster an environment that promotes equality, diversity, and the rights of all young people to be recognized as learners and treated with respectEmphasize support and empowerment of young peopleDevelop a deeper understanding of Special Education issues and the values of Simply Education, demonstrating these in all aspects of the roleProvide high-quality support in all facets of the roleParticipate in physical interventions and personal care routines as requiredWe Are Looking For Candidates Who Are : Willing and able to pursue formal qualifications, attend training, and take responsibility for their own development-all fully funded by Simply EducationPassionate and compassionate towards children and young people with additional needsAmbitious and determined to overcome barriers to learningEnthusiastic about outdoor and community learningCapable of recognizing potential rather than focusing on disabilitiesFully committed to safeguarding values and proceduresProactive and solution-focused creative thinkersAble to work both collaboratively as a team member and independently with confidentiality across various settingsPossess excellent communication skills, particularly in relation to students' communication needsSkilled in understanding and delivering effective education and support in line with identified needsEducated to at least Level 2 (or equivalent) in Maths and EnglishBenefits : Join an accredited, highly skilled specialist teamBe part of a growing team with shared values and visionOpportunities for meaningful career developmentFully funded training and qualificationsLife assuranceEnhanced pension scheme (from October)Perk Box offering high street discountsEmployee assistance programmeBike to work schemeCar lease schemeHow to Apply : To apply for this role, please visit our careers page at (url removed) or contact Saem in the Recruitment Team at for more information.Additional Information : Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and Simply Education may ask applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including "spent" convictions unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to assess suitability for working with children.Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults in our care. We are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer