SEN Teaching Assistants Needed in Cambridge – Qualified & Unqualified
Term-Time Only | Full-Time & Part-Time | No Weekends | Flexible Day-to-Day Supply
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistants to support schools across Cambridge. Whether you're experienced, newly qualified, or looking to step into the education sector for the first time, we have exciting opportunities waiting for you.
Hours typically run between 8:30am–3:30pm, though these may vary slightly depending on the school. Monday to Friday only – enjoy your weekends free!
⭐ What We Offer
CPD Academy Training & Monthly Free Behaviour Sessions
Grow your skills with access to our specialist CPD Academy, offering training in:
Safeguarding
Behaviour management
Teaching strategies
SEN support
And more!
We also run FREE monthly behaviour training, expertly tailored for working with children in SEMH and Alternative Provision (AP) settings, ideal for anyone looking to enhance confidence and competence when supporting more challenging needs.
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Attractive pay rates
Refer-a-friend bonus for both teaching and support staff
A variety of assignments, build the work schedule you want
Ongoing Support & Feedback
We’re committed to your professional development. You’ll receive:
Regular feedback from schools
Continuous communication from your consultant
Access to long-term roles or flexible day-to-day supply
The Ideal Candidate Will:
✅ Have experience working with children with SEN (personal or professional)
✅ Hold a valid Enhanced Child Only DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
✅ Show genuine passion and commitment to supporting children
✅ Be proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative
⚠️ Important Information
Please only apply if you are currently living in the UK.
If you have recently relocated, you must hold a police clearance certificate from your previous country of residence.
✅ Interested? Let’s Talk!
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Call: (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)
Let’s help shape brighter futures, together. ✨
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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