SEN Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisor

SEN Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisor
Temporary Fixed Term (until August 2027)

Melbourn Primary School is a warm, welcoming and inclusive school in the beautiful village of Melbourn, conveniently located on the Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border. With excellent transport links, including a 15-minute train ride from Cambridge and easy access to London, we are ideally placed for those seeking a rewarding role in education.

We are proud of our nurturing ethos, supportive team and our commitment to providing the very best for our children and staff alike. We are delighted to invite applications for a Temporary SEN Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisor to join our caring and committed team.

Role details:
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant in our Woodland class for children with pre-verbal Autism Spectrum Disorder, & Midday Supervisor
• Hours: Part-time: 8.40am to 3.35pm (Mon–Thu), 8.40am to 1.30pm (Fri), term-time only (38 weeks)
• TA Pay: Level 2, Point 5 – £14.63/hour (28 hours/week)
• Midday Supervisor Pay: Level 1C, Point 2 – £12.26/hour (2.5 hours/week)
• Contract: Temporary, fixed term until August 2027, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate, subject to funding.

We are looking for someone who:
• Is motivated and enthusiastic about supporting children with significant Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are at the very start of their learning journey in our dedicated classroom.
• Has a calm, caring, and patient approach, creating a safe and supportive environment.
• Is proactive and willing to learn on the job, showing flexibility and a positive attitude when faced with new challenges.
• Communicates effectively with children and adults; builds strong relationships with pupils, colleagues & families.
• Is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, helping them achieve their potential and celebrate success.
• Holds high expectations for themselves and the pupils they support, promoting independence and confidence even in those with significant needs.

We offer:
• A friendly, dedicated and supportive team
• Happy, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to play a key role in a school committed to continual improvement

The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Friday 10th July 2026. Interviews will be held w.c. 13th July. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Full information can be found on our website www.melbournprimaryschool.org.uk. If you would like an informal chat or a look around the school contact office@melbourn.cambs.sch.uk or 01763 223457.

Melbourn Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and employs suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks. This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.