Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) - Cambridge

<strong>Graduate SEND TA | Cambridge | September 2026</strong><br><br>Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.<br>Are you an emotionally intelligent graduate with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs?<br> A welcoming and reputable secondary school in Cambridge is seeking a Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant to join their Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) from September 2026.<br> This rewarding Graduate SEND TA role is ideal for someone interested in autism, neurodevelopment, and inclusive education, offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a supportive school environment.<br> As a Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:<br><ul><li>Support students with SEND within the school’s ARP and mainstream setting</li><li>Work closely with pupils with autism and additional learning needs</li><li>Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support</li><li>Help students develop confidence, communication, and independence</li><li>Collaborate with experienced SEND professionals and teaching staff</li></ul>This role offers invaluable hands-on experience for aspiring:<br><ul><li>Educational Psychologists</li><li>Teachers</li><li>Speech and Language Therapists</li><li>Occupational Therapists</li><li>SEND and inclusion professionals</li></ul>The successful candidate will be compassionate, proactive, and committed to supporting every student to thrive both academically and socially.<br> If you are looking to gain meaningful experience in education and SEND before progressing into a long-term career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.<br> <strong> </strong><br> <strong>Why This is a Great Graduate SEND TA Opportunity</strong><br><ul><li>Be part of a welcoming and inclusive secondary school known for its outstanding SEND provision</li><li>Gain hands-on experience within a well-equipped ARP, working closely with skilled and experienced specialists</li><li>Access high-quality training and ongoing professional development to support your growth</li></ul> <br><strong>Responsibilities | Graduate SEND TA</strong><br><ul><li>Support students with autism and additional needs in 1:1 and small-group settings</li><li>Assist across subjects including Maths, Art, Photography, Psychology and Science</li><li>Work closely with teachers, SEND staff, and pastoral teams to support student wellbeing and confidence</li><li>Build positive relationships that help students thrive socially, emotionally and academically</li></ul> <br><strong>Requirements | Graduate SEND TA</strong><br><ul><li>Psychology graduates with strong Maths, Science or Art knowledge</li><li>Maths, Science or Art graduates with an interest in neurodevelopment and SEND</li><li>Graduates with strong A-Level results in Maths, Science, Art, Photography or Psychology, including an A or A* in at least one of these subjects</li><li>Individuals with a genuine interest in autism, neurodiversity and inclusive education</li></ul> <br>The ideal candidate for this Graduate SEND TA role will be someone who is:<br><ul><li>Emotionally intelligent, patient, and resilient</li><li>Calm, adaptable and nurturing</li><li>Passionate about supporting young people with autism in a mainstream environment</li></ul> <br>If you’re motivated to make a real difference in the lives of students with autism and help them thrive academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.<br><strong>Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Graduate SEND TA role in Cambridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. xwzovoh We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Graduate SEND TA role.</strong><br> <br>