About this role

Level 4 SEN Teaching Assistant - Cambridge (Permanent Position)

Are you an experienced, Level 4 qualified Teaching Assistant seeking a secure, full-time permanent role where you can lead learning activities, deliver specialist interventions, and transform outcomes for children with additional needs?

We are currently partnering with a warm, inclusive specialist SEN school

in Cambridge to recruit a dedicated, highly skilled Level 4 SEN Teaching Assistant on a

full-time, permanent basis.

In this senior support role, you will work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and specialist therapists to lead high-impact learning activities and support pupils across the school who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Using your Level 4 expertise and advanced classroom experience, you will take a proactive role in planning and delivering structured 1:1 interventions, leading small-group learning, and covering classes when required to ensure pupils consistently achieve their individual Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

Key Role Details

Position

Level 4 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location

Cambridge

Contract

Full-Time, Permanent (Term-Time)

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, daytime school hours

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Leadership & Cover

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging learning activities to small groups or whole classes during planned teacher cover, PPA, or targeted intervention periods.

Specialist Learning Support

Design and execute structured 1

1 and small-group learning interventions tailored to individual EHCP goals, adapting resources independently to suit diverse learning styles.

Complex Needs Support

Support pupils across a spectrum of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate/Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

Communication & Visual Frameworks

Confidently implement and model visual schedules, PECS, or Makaton to promote language development and foster pupil independence.

Behaviour & Sensory Regulation

Apply gentle, nurture-focused strategies and sensory regulation breaks to maintain a calm learning environment and support emotional well-being.

Personal Care & Wellbeing

Assist pupils with personal care, hygiene, and mobility needs where required by individual care plans, maintaining student dignity and safety at all times.

Assessment & Peer Mentoring

Assess pupil progress during interventions, maintaining detailed records for EHCP annual reviews, while offering guidance and support to junior classroom TAs.

Candidate Criteria & Requirements

Qualifications

Level 4 Qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (e.g., Level 4 Certificate/Diploma, HLTA status, or equivalent recognised education qualification).

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).

Experience

Demonstrable, extensive experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a school or specialist setting.

Strong leadership, communication, and classroom management skills with a patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.

Confidence and willingness to assist with personal care duties where required by pupil EHCPs.

A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).

What The School Offers

Permanent Security

A stable, full-time contracted position offering long-term career security and clear pathways toward HLTA status or qualified teacher training.

Competitive Salary

Reflective of your Level 4 qualification, senior support responsibilities, and specialist SEN background.

Ongoing Professional Development

Access to specialist internal and external training (including autism awareness, de-escalation, and speech & language support).

Supportive Environment

A collaborative, welcoming staff team and leadership group committed to staff well-being and inclusive practice.

Ready to elevate your permanent SEN support career in Cambridge?

Step into a deeply rewarding senior support role today.

How to Apply

Please forward your up-to-date CV and a brief cover note outlining your Level 4 experience to

richard.wilkinson@randstad.co.uk or call

01223 368836 for a confidential chat about this permanent position in Cambridge.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.