SEN Teaching & Support Jobs in Norfolk & Cambridgeshire
Specialist SEND Schools – Teachers, Teaching Assistants & SEN Support Staff
📍 Locations: Quidenham (Norfolk), Meldreth (Cambridgeshire), St Ives (Cambridgeshire)
📍 Nearby Areas: Norwich, Diss, Attleborough, Wymondham, Royston, Cambridge, Huntingdon, Ely, Chatteris, St Neots, Peterborough
🕒 Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Long-term | Temp-to-Perm | Permanent
💰 Salary: £95 – £120 per day (Support Staff) | Teacher £140 to £261 dependent on role and experience/pay scale
Mana Education is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist SEN education trust operating four dedicated school sites across Norfolk and Cambridgeshire.
These schools provide specialist education and therapeutic support for children and young people with additional needs who benefit from structured learning environments.
We are currently recruiting for a range of SEN education roles, including teachers and support staff who are passionate about helping pupils develop confidence, independence and life skills.
🧩 Specialist Needs Supported by the Schools
Across the four sites, staff support pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
These include:
✔ ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
✔ ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition)
✔ SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs)
✔ Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
✔ Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
✔ Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
✔ Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
✔ Complex health and medical needs
The schools operate multidisciplinary teams, working alongside therapists, healthcare professionals and SEN specialists to ensure every pupil receives personalised support.
👩🏫 SEN Education Roles Available
We regularly recruit for a wide range of roles across these schools.
📚 SEN Teachers
Teachers in these schools work with smaller class sizes and highly supportive teams to deliver tailored education.
Responsibilities may include:
✔ Delivering adapted lessons designed around EHCP targets
✔ Creating individualised learning plans
✔ Supporting pupils with autism, SEMH or complex learning needs
✔ Working closely with Teaching Assistants and therapists
✔ Monitoring progress and adapting teaching strategies
Teaching roles may include:
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SEN Class Teachers
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Autism Specialist Teachers
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SEMH Teachers
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Primary SEN Teachers
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Secondary SEN Teachers
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Specialist Subject Teachers within SEN settings
🧑🏫 SEN Teaching Assistants & Learning Support Assistants
Support staff play a vital role in helping pupils access learning and build independence.
Responsibilities may include:
✔ Providing 1:1 or small group support
✔ Helping pupils with communication, behaviour and social development
✔ Supporting students with EHCP targets
✔ Encouraging independence and life skills development
✔ Assisting teachers with adapted classroom activities
🧠 Other Specialist SEN Support Roles
Schools may also recruit for a variety of additional specialist roles such as:
✔ Behaviour Support Assistants
✔ Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)
✔ SEN Learning Mentors
✔ Pastoral Support Workers
✔ Residential Education Support Staff
✔ Therapy Support Assistants
We’re here to build better SEN classrooms – together. 💖
❤️ Why Work in Specialist SEN Education?
Working in specialist education settings is widely considered one of the most rewarding careers in education.
Many pupils attending these schools may have struggled in mainstream environments. With the right support, they can make remarkable progress.
Staff working in SEN schools often say they enjoy:
🌟 Smaller class sizes and supportive teams
🌟 Building meaningful relationships with pupils
🌟 Helping young people achieve milestones that once felt impossible
🌟 Working in environments designed specifically for additional needs
Your work will directly help pupils develop confidence, communication skills and independence.
📍 About the School Locations
These schools are located across beautiful parts of Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, offering calm learning environments with easy access to nearby towns and cities.
🌿 Quidenham, Norfolk
Located in the Norfolk countryside, Quidenham is accessible from:
✔ Diss
✔ Attleborough
✔ Wymondham
✔ Norwich
The area provides a peaceful setting ideal for specialist education environments.
🌳 Meldreth, Cambridgeshire
Meldreth is located close to Royston and is within commuting distance of:
✔ Cambridge
✔ Baldock
✔ Hitchin
✔ Letchworth
✔ Stevenage
This makes it a convenient location for educators travelling from Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.
🌼 St Ives, Cambridgeshire
The St Ives site is easily accessible from:
✔ Huntingdon
✔ Cambridge
✔ Ely
✔ Chatteris
✔ St Neots
✔ Peterborough
Excellent transport links including the A14 and the Cambridge Guided Busway make commuting straightforward.
🎓 Experience & Qualifications
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:
✔ SEN or SEND education
✔ Special schools or alternative provision
✔ Behaviour support roles
✔ Youth work or mentoring
✔ Residential care or support roles
✔ Therapy or healthcare environments
Relevant qualifications may include:
🎓 Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent for teaching roles
🎓 Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualifications
🎓 CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning certificates
🎓 Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
Additional training that can be beneficial:
✔ Team Teach or behaviour support training
✔ Makaton or PECS communication systems
✔ Autism awareness training
✔ Safeguarding training
However, personal qualities such as patience, resilience and empathy are essential for all SEN roles.
🤝 What Mana Education Offers
When you work with Mana Education, you benefit from:
✔ Competitive pay rates
✔ Weekly pay
✔ Flexible working opportunities
✔ Long-term and permanent career options
✔ Dedicated SEN recruitment specialists
✔ Interview support and career advice
✔ Opportunities in specialist SEN schools
We work closely with schools to match educators with roles where they can thrive and make a real difference.
📞 Contact Us – SEN Roles & Recruitment in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire
Are you a school looking for passionate SEN staff? Or a professional seeking your next opportunity in Lutterworth?
📲 Call 0800 0 255 144
📧 Email sen@manaeducation.co.uk
Let’s work together to change lives through education. 😊
Are you a school looking for passionate SEN staff? Or a professional seeking your next opportunity in Lutterworth?
📲 Call 0800 0 255 144
📧 Email sen@manaeducation.co.uk
Let’s work together to change lives through education. 😊
🌟 Supporting Inclusive Education
Mana Education is proud to play a part in supporting inclusive learning environments throughout the region. We connect schools with professionals who care, support, and inspire every day.
Making SEN recruitment easier – and more meaningful. 💼🎓💙
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need SEN experience to apply?
SEN experience is helpful but not always essential. Candidates with transferable skills from care, youth work or mentoring may also be suitable.
Are teaching roles available as well as support roles?
Yes. We recruit for SEN Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and specialist support staff.
Are the roles permanent?
Opportunities include temporary, long-term and permanent positions depending on school requirements.
Do schools provide training?
Many schools provide ongoing professional development, particularly around behaviour support, autism awareness and safeguarding.
Do I need a DBS check?
Yes. All candidates working in schools must hold an enhanced DBS check or be willing to obtain one.
📩 Apply for SEN Teaching & Support Jobs
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and would like to work in specialist SEN schools in Norfolk or Cambridgeshire, we would love to hear from you.
📞 Call: 0800 0 255 144
📧 Email: sen@manaeducation.co.uk
Mana Education specialises in placing SEN Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Support Staff into schools across the East of England and the Midlands.
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