SEND Teaching Assistant - St Ives, Cambridgeshire Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Permanent Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEND school based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. This is a full-time position and an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and making a positive impact on their educational and personal development. The successful candidate will support pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning difficulties, and social, emotional and communication needs, helping them to access learning and develop essential life skills within a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups

Assist teachers with the planning and delivery of personalised learning activities

Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development

Help pupils engage with learning and develop confidence and independence

Work closely with teaching staff to implement behaviour management and support strategies

Monitor pupil progress and contribute to observations and reporting