SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Northampton

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm

80 - 100 per day (depending on experience and role specifics)

Start date: Immediate

Must have a valid and enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to help us with a 1-2-1 placement at a SEND school based in Northampton.

In this role, you will provide essential support for children with SEND, helping them overcome their barriers to learning and reach their full potential. The ideal Teaching Assistant will be someone who can work collaboratively with our staff and adapt to the unique needs of the student. Experience with ADHD and SEMH is beneficial, but we also welcome applicants with varied backgrounds, as we believe different perspectives can enrich the learning environment.

The Teaching Assistant will be expected to work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a positive, supportive, and structured environment for our students. Your role will include providing one-to-one support, managing behavior, and delivering tailored interventions that meet the individual needs of the pupil.

We are particularly interested in applicants who have experience working in:

-Mainstream schools or alternative provision settings.

-Residential care homes or other care environments.

-Support Work

-Any other relevant background that involves supporting young people with complex needs.

-Any one who is familiar with SEN in their family setting

-Someone with a passion for supporting children

At this school you will be offered an environment where your professional development will be encouraged and supported. We believe in empowering our Teaching Assistants to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

If you have a passion for working with children and are excited to be part of a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for the Teaching Assistant position today. Apply now and we will be in touch within 2 working days if successful