I am currently on the lookout for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join one of our SEN schools in Meldreth (Hertfordshire/Cambridge border) on a full-time basis This role initially will be temporary, with the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff further along in the academic year. Although classroom experience is desirable, we welcome all applicants who have any type of personal or professional experience supporting individuals with Special Needs. Monday – Friday, term time only. Hours are 8:45 – 15:15. Pay rate – £85 – £110 per day, on a PAYE basis (dependent on experience and qualifications) Internal training provided and opportunity for meaningful career progression. What to expect from the role: Working with students who need additional support either on 1:1 basis or in small groups. Motivating and inspiring children to learn and participate in classroom activities. Support students with both physical and mental disabilities. Contribute to record-keeping by recording observations of pupils during the school day. Support the teacher with general classroom and behaviour management. Prepare lesson resources. Support the class teacher to help ensure the day runs smoothly. Personal care support is required after appropriate training for all staff at this school. If you are interested, please apply and we will be in contact shortly 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.