SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Desborough; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Opportunities across local settings

Contracts to suit you

Competitive pay

Refer a friend bonus

Free CPD and training

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join a busy school in Kettering. The role focuses on supporting students with complex SEN needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis, enabling access to learning and the development of essential skills.

Ideal candidates will have experience with complex learning needs, a patient and empathetic approach, and strong communication with students, staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Experience working with complex learning difficulties (children preferred)
• Positive, patient and empathetic attitude
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with students, staff and parents
• Willingness to learn and adapt to student needs
• Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent preferred
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of students

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 or in small groups to access the curriculum and develop key skills
• Assist in implementing tailored learning programs and strategies
• Provide emotional and behavioural support to manage anxieties and challenges
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment where students feel safe and valued
• Work with the class teacher and staff to monitor progress and contribute to planning and assessments
• Promote independence and self-esteem in students
• Support students with personal care and mobility needs where necessary

Skills

1:1 support

Behavioural support

Communication skills

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Location: Kettering

Position: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP or September 2026

Here at Aspire People, we are looking for individuals experienced at working with complex SEN needs to support a vibrant and inclusive educational setting dedicated to supporting children with a variety of complex learning difficulties. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages every child to reach their full potential. The staff are passionate, dedicated, and work collaboratively to make a positive difference in the lives of the students they serve. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TAs) to join a dynamic team. The ideal candidates will be motivated individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with complex learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis in class, helping them to access the curriculum and develop key skills.
• Assist in implementing tailored learning programs and strategies to meet the individual needs of students.
• Provide emotional and behavioural support, helping students to manage their anxieties and challenges.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment where students feel safe, valued, and able to thrive.
• Work closely with the class teacher and other staff members to monitor student progress and contribute to planning and assessments.
• Promote independence and self-esteem in students, encouraging them to take an active role in their learning.
• Support students with personal care and mobility needs where necessary.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with complex learning difficulties (preferably working with children but not essential).
• A positive, patient, and empathetic attitude.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the students.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

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

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.