Education Support Worker

Simply Education Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Northampton. This role, suitable for both part-time and full-time candidates, focuses on supporting children with diverse learning needs. Candidates should be patient, resilient, and have experience in educational settings. Strong communication skills are essential for fostering relationships with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Patient, resilient, and compassionate with a proactive approach.
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in class, one-to-one, and in small groups.
• Assist with tailored learning programmes.
• Support behaviour management and promote independence.

Skills

Patient

Resilient

Compassionate

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Adaptable

Job description

Overview

Location: Northampton Northamptonshire

Contract: Temporary - Part-time or Full-time

Salary: Dependant on experience

Simply Education is working with a highly specialised and nurturing school who supports children from age 7 to 16 years old. Their students have a diverse range of learning needs, specialising in autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, speech, language and communication needs, and associated behavioural challenges.

The Role

The school are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is suitable for both part-time and full-time applicants, but you must be available to work between 8:30am and 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity for those with mainstream school experience who are looking to transition into a SEND setting. Some pupils present with complex behaviours associated with their additional needs, so patience, resilience, and a positive approach are essential.

Key Duties

• Support pupils in class, one-to-one, and in small groups as a Teaching Assistant.
• Assist with tailored learning programmes and daily routines.
• Support behaviour management while promoting independence and confidence.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure a holistic approach to learning.

About You

Experience working with children or young people is essential, whether that be within a school setting or through a transferable role (for example, through sports coaching).

• Patient, resilient, and compassionate with a proactive approach expected from a Teaching Assistant that may be working 1:1 or with a group of children with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
• Patient, empathetic, and committed to supporting children with additional needs.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable and creative in supporting diverse learning and behavioural needs.

Apply

If you are interested in this position as a Teaching Assistant, click apply by sending your CV today or alternatively contact Simply Education (Northampton office) for more details. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check.