SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Desborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting for a SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant in Kettering to support pupils with a range of needs. You will help remove barriers to learning, foster independence and work with teachers and SENCOs to tailor support.

The role requires empathy, resilience and excellent teamwork. Previous SEN experience is valued, with opportunities to contribute to a supportive school environment across the Midlands region.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Patient, caring, resilient and empathetic.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Understand the importance of individualised support.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable supporting pupils with challenging or complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN to overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to provide tailored support.
• Promote independence and create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Kettering

Sector: SEN School

Start Date: ASAP and Ongoing Recruitment

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: 95- 100 per day

Aspire People is currently recruiting passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants. If you have a genuine commitment to supporting children and young people with special educational needs, we want to hear from you!

About the role

As an SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Complex learning needs
• Social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
• Physical and sensory needs
• Profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to provide tailored support, promote independence and create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Are patient, caring, resilient and empathetic.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Understand the importance of individualised support.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Are confident supporting pupils with challenging or complex needs.
• Are passionate about helping every child achieve their potential.

Relevant qualifications and training are desirable, but experience, attitude and a genuine passion for SEN support are equally important.

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.