Sen Teaching Assistant

APT Education Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE payroll

Full-time role

Career progression

Consultant support

Job summary

APT Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming school in Northampton. The role supports pupils with a range of additional needs and offers a rewarding daily impact in both academic and social development.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Autism and ADHD, strong behaviour management, and excellent communication. A calm, patient, and resilient approach is essential, with an Enhanced DBS preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Qualifications welcomed but attitude and experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC)
• Supporting pupils with ADHD
• Working with Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Assisting children with sensory processing difficulties
• Delivering targeted interventions and small-group support
• Providing 1:1 support where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Autism (ASC) experience

ADHD experience

Strong communication

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Required - Northampton

APT Education is urgently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and supportive school in Northampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or Care Professional looking to make a genuine difference to children with additional needs.

The school is looking to appoint quickly, meaning early applications are strongly encouraged.

SEN Teaching Assistant Job Overview

Location: Northampton

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Salary: Competitive Rates of Pay

APT Education is working closely with a highly regarded educational setting seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs.

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team committed to helping every pupil achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC)
• Supporting pupils with ADHD
• Working with children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Assisting children with sensory processing difficulties
• Delivering targeted interventions and small-group support
• Providing 1:1 support where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom

Experience Required

The school is seeking candidates with previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs.

Suitable backgrounds include:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• Behaviour Mentor
• Youth Worker
• Support Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Teaching Assistant
• Alternative Provision Experience
• Children's Services Experience
• Mental Health Support Roles

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:

• Experience working with Autism and/or ADHD
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships quickly
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Relevant qualifications are welcomed but experience and the right attitude are equally valued.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly PAYE payroll
• Full-time opportunities
• Long-term and permanent vacancies available
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to exclusive local school vacancies
• Fast and straightforward registration process
• Opportunities for career progression within education