SEN TA - Kettering

Teaching Personnel; Kettering; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & PD

Account manager support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Kettering is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs and contribute to inclusive classroom environments. You will work with teachers to provide 1:1 and small group support, helping children access learning and participate confidently.

This full‑time role offers ongoing training, a dedicated account manager, and long‑term opportunities in schools that value your contribution. Pay is at scale depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH
• Create a safe, structured, engaging learning environment
• Experience with SEND (personal or professional)
• Patient, empathetic, and consistent
• Ability to build strong relationships quickly

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with additional needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

SEND experience

Patience

Empathy

Relationship building

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Kettering

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kettering
Salary: Pay to scale (Depending on level of experience)
Contract: Full-time

You’re the calm in the classroom. The steady presence. The one who truly makes a difference.

We are working in partnership with inclusive and nurturing primary schools in Kettering, who are currently seeking SEN Teaching Assistants. These schools genuinely value their support staff and the vital role they play in students’ development.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with additional needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment

• Has experience with SEND (personal or professional)
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency
• Builds strong relationships and trust quickly

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support from a dedicated account manager
• Long-term opportunities in schools that truly value your contribution

You’re not “just” a Teaching Assistant—and we ensure the schools recognise that too.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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