SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £12.37 – £13.49 p/hr |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 September 2025 |
| Location: | St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 6RS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1505975 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Aurora Fairway School, St Ives, CambridgeContract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £22,102 – £24,103 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.37 – £13.49 p/hr About Aurora Fairway SchoolAurora Fairway School is a specialist day school for students aged 11–16 with complex learning needs, including SEMH, autism, and speech, language and communication difficulties. Opened in September 2022, our school is part of the innovative Aurora Group, which provides education and care for children, young people and adults with SEND across England. We offer a nurturing, therapeutic environment where every student is supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.We welcome and encourage visits – get in touch to arrange, we’d love to show you around.The RoleWe’re looking for passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our wonderful team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting our students’ learning and wellbeing, helping them to reach their full potential in a safe and caring setting.This includes:Supporting students with SEMH, ASD and anxiety-related needsAssisting with learning activities and adapting them as neededHelping to manage behaviour positively and individuallyProviding resources and classroom support under teacher guidanceWhat We’re Looking ForIdeally but not essential - Experience working with children or young people with SENDEssential – Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and EnglishA caring, patient and resilient approachAbility to work collaboratively with teachers and other staffCommitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Why Join Us?Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking teamMake a real difference in young livesAccess to ongoing training and developmentWork in a purpose-built, specialist setting
What’s on Offer?
Training and DevelopmentWe believe learning and development should be for everyone. Aurora offers a wide range of programmes and opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. Save Money on Your Bills!With the cost of living rising, our Perkbox benefit helps you cut costs and stretch your money further. Enjoy discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships, insurance and more. You can also access our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme through Perkbox. Competitive Pay and RewardWe benchmark our pay and benefits annually to ensure they’re competitive. You’ll also receive:Enhanced Annual LeaveCompany Sick PayEnhanced Pension SchemeLife Assurance UK Health Cash PlanCover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. Your children are included, and you can upgrade to add a partner. Employee Assistance ProgrammeYour wellbeing matters. Access 24/7 support, online tools, and freephone counselling for a wide range of personal and professional issues. Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000Recommend someone to join Aurora and receive a £1,000 reward (*terms apply).
How to ApplyApply online by completing our application form.
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
Location: Aurora Fairway School, St Ives, CambridgeContract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £22,102 – £24,103 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.37 – £13.49 p/hr About Aurora Fairway SchoolAurora Fairway School is a specialist day school for students aged 11–16 with complex learning needs, including SEMH, autism, and speech, language and communication difficulties. Opened in September 2022, our school is part of the innovative Aurora Group, which provides education and care for children, young people and adults with SEND across England. We offer a nurturing, therapeutic environment where every student is supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.We welcome and encourage visits – get in touch to arrange, we’d love to show you around.The RoleWe’re looking for passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our wonderful team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting our students’ learning and wellbeing, helping them to reach their full potential in a safe and caring setting.This includes:Supporting students with SEMH, ASD and anxiety-related needsAssisting with learning activities and adapting them as neededHelping to manage behaviour positively and individuallyProviding resources and classroom support under teacher guidanceWhat We’re Looking ForIdeally but not essential - Experience working with children or young people with SENDEssential – Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and EnglishA caring, patient and resilient approachAbility to work collaboratively with teachers and other staffCommitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Why Join Us?Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking teamMake a real difference in young livesAccess to ongoing training and developmentWork in a purpose-built, specialist setting
What’s on Offer?
Training and DevelopmentWe believe learning and development should be for everyone. Aurora offers a wide range of programmes and opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. Save Money on Your Bills!With the cost of living rising, our Perkbox benefit helps you cut costs and stretch your money further. Enjoy discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships, insurance and more. You can also access our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme through Perkbox. Competitive Pay and RewardWe benchmark our pay and benefits annually to ensure they’re competitive. You’ll also receive:Enhanced Annual LeaveCompany Sick PayEnhanced Pension SchemeLife Assurance UK Health Cash PlanCover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. Your children are included, and you can upgrade to add a partner. Employee Assistance ProgrammeYour wellbeing matters. Access 24/7 support, online tools, and freephone counselling for a wide range of personal and professional issues. Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000Recommend someone to join Aurora and receive a £1,000 reward (*terms apply).
How to ApplyApply online by completing our application form.
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.