SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support & Autism Support

SEN Teaching Assistant - Northampton
Join a thriving 3-Form Entry School and Make a Difference!

Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity? Dunbar Education is excited to partner with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Northampton to find an exceptional TA to join their supportive team.

This full-time position offers the chance to work in a vibrant 3-form entry primary school, renowned for its commitment to supporting children with special educational needs. You'll play a pivotal role in nurturing and developing pupils with a range of needs, including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, and behavioural challenges.

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to create a positive learning environment.
• Use your expertise to implement creative strategies that help every child thrive academically and socially.
• Foster strong relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Proven experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural difficulties, ADHD, and autism.
• A proactive, empathetic, and resilient approach to SEN.
• Excellent communication and team-working skills.
• A Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential for the right experience.

• Competitive salary (aligned with experience).
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real impact in a school that values every member of its team.

At Dunbar Education, we pride ourselves on connecting skilled professionals with schools where they can thrive. From the moment you apply, we'll provide dedicated support to help you secure the role and settle into your new school community.

If you're excited about the opportunity to support students with behavioural and autism needs, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV today!

If this role isn't for you, please still get in touch to discuss other available opportunities. Alternatively, if you know of someone who would suit this position, earn up to £250 through our referral scheme.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available roles, please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.