SEN Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | SEN Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Permanent |
| Location: | Daventry |
| Industry: | SEN |
| Salary: | £85 - £100 per day |
| Reference: | SENTADHSEP25_1753869480 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Alex@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Here at Aspire People, we are on the lookout for a qualified and experienced SEN TA to join a nurturing and forward-thinking Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Northamptonshire, dedicated to supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to severe learning difficulties.
The Role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, patient, and committed Qualified Teaching Assistant who is available from September 2025. You will work closely with class teachers and other professionals to support individual and small-group learning, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils achieve their personal and academic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
* Assist with classroom activities, planning, and resource preparation
* Support pupils in developing social, emotional, and communication skills
* Work 1:1 and in small groups to reinforce learning and engagement
* Promote a positive and inclusive school culture
What We're Looking For:
* A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning)
* Experience working with children or young people with SEN
* A compassionate and proactive approach to supporting learning
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* A calm, resilient attitude and ability to adapt to different needs
Desirable:
* Team Teach or equivalent behaviour training
* Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or other communication systems
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
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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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