Are you looking for a rewarding role where your patience and empathy can truly transform a child’s school experience?
Are you skilled at turning difficult moments into positive breakthroughs for vulnerable young people?
Are you a proactive problem‑solver who loves finding creative, hands‑on ways to make learning accessible for everyone?
If you are ready to be the champion our students need, apply today!
Position
SEN Teaching Assistants
Location
Cumbria
Contract Type
Permanent full‑time role, term time only
Start Date
ASAP
Qualification
Level 2/3 TA, SEN experience
Responsibilities
- Provide 1‑on‑1 and small group interventions for students (ages 11‑16) with SEMH, ASD, and complex communication difficulties.
- Assist teachers by modifying classroom resources and activities to meet individual EHCP objectives.
- Implement proactive, positive behaviour management strategies to support student’s emotional and social wellbeing.
- Oversee learning environments and provide administrative resource support under the guidance of the Class Teacher.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing environment by strictly adhering to child protection and welfare protocols.
Preferred Skills
- Proven experience working with children or young people with SEND, specifically within SEMH or Autism spectrum contexts.
- Essential Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in both English and Mathematics.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team of teachers and support staff.
- Familiarity with adapting curriculum delivery for learners with high anxiety or sensory needs.
- Strong verbal and written skills for reporting on student progress and coordinating with wider school team.
- Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD).
- Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies.
- Effective de‑escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Personal Attributes
- A calm, grounded approach when managing challenging behaviours or high‑pressure situations.
- A “can‑do” attitude with the initiative to anticipate student needs before they arise.
- A deep‑stated advocate for inclusive excellence and the belief that every child can thrive in the right setting.
- High levels of discretion, emotional intelligence, and commitment.
- Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
- Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
Sponsorship Notice
Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.
Candidate Vetting
All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education’s child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.
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