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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Northampton
Industry: SEN
Salary: Negotiable
Reference: SEN TA NORTH_1749106504
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Adam@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

🌟 SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support | Northampton 🌟
Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Immediate Start Available
Salary: £85-£100 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a calm, resilient, and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? Do you thrive in environments where no two days are the same? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a thriving specialist provision in Northampton. This role involves supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour, both in the classroom and through tailored interventions.

🧠 About the Role:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN and behavioural needs

Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised support strategies

Help to de-escalate incidents and promote positive behaviour

Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Contribute to pupils' academic and emotional progress

✅ What We're Looking For:
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and/or challenging behaviour (school, youth work, care, or similar settings)

A calm, patient, and consistent approach

Ability to build trust and strong relationships with pupils

Team player with excellent communication skills

A willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic school environment

🎓 Desirable (but not essential):
Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour training

Experience in SEMH or PRU settings

Relevant qualifications in education or psychology

📍 Location: Northampton
Easily accessible by public transport and with onsite parking.

If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most, apply today and be part of a passionate, supportive team dedicated to helping every child reach their potential.

📩 To apply, send your CV or call 07962623814 for more information.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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