1-1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Cambridge
• Salary: £93 to £110 per day
• Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Cambridge. This role involves supporting a child with additional needs, providing consistent one-on-one assistance to help them access learning, build confidence, and thrive in a mainstream classroom environment.

About the role

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, or additional learning needs)
• Adapt learning activities to meet the child’s individual needs and support their educational and personal development
• Assist with emotional regulation and implement positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets
• Encourage independence, engagement, and social interaction to foster a supportive learning environment

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach to supporting children with special educational needs.
• Experience supporting children with SEN, whether in a school, care, or similar background.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable personality, capable of handling the dynamic needs of the classroom.
• A genuine passion for making a significant impact in the lives of children with additional needs.

Benefits

• The opportunity to make a real, lasting impact on a child’s development.
• Work in a supportive school with an inclusive ethos that values each member of the community.
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities in SEN.
• Potential for long-term or permanent placement within the school.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£93 to £110 per day.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. 

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Brioni Locke on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) 

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