Sen Teaching Assistant

APT Education Recruitment Ltd; Corby; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Job summary

APT Education Recruitment Ltd in Corby is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with pupils with additional needs at a large primary school. The role starts in September and is full-time, with emphasis on supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs.

You will use visuals and calm communication strategies, collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO and SLT, and help create a safe, structured learning environment while promoting emotional regulation and positive

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour.
• Experience with Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, or non-verbal pupils.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• A patient, resilient and calm approach.
• Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and non-verbal communication
• Use visuals, routines and calm communication strategies
• Assist with emotional regulation and de-escalation
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SLT
• Create a safe, structured and positive learning environment

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Corby

September Start Full Time 1:1 Support Additional Needs Supportive SLT

APT Education is recruiting a resilient, patient and committed SEN Teaching Assistant in Corby to work 1:1 with pupils with additional needs at a large, welcoming Primary school. This full-time September start role involves supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and non-verbal communication needs.

This Primary school in Corby has a supportive SLT, strong routines and a nurturing ethos, ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who thrives in structured environments and can remain calm under pressure.

About the Role - SEN Teaching Assistant (Corby)

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and non-verbal communication
• Use visuals, routines and calm communication strategies
• Assist with emotional regulation and de-escalation
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SLT
• Create a safe, structured and positive learning environment

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or supporting pupils with additional needs
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour
• Experience with Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, or non-verbal pupils
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills
• A patient, resilient and calm approach
• Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work With APT Education (Corby)

• Highly competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Full-time stability from September
• Local, founder-led Primary specialist agency
• Strong relationships with Corby Primary schools
• Genuine support and clear communication throughout