SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Northampton. This full-time role supports children with SEMH and complex needs, helping them access learning and feel safe and valued in school.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help develop social and communication skills, and work with teachers and the SEN team to promote inclusion and positive behaviour.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and empathetic approach.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Experience with SEN/SEMH or complex needs is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with SEMH and complex needs to engage positively with learning.
• Help develop social, emotional and communication skills.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and collaborate with teachers and SEN staff.
• Promote pupils’ independence, confidence and self-esteem and support positive behaviour.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Team player

Safeguarding

Resilience

SEN/SEMH experience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time
Location: Northampton
Hours: Full Time
Age Group: Primary
Start Date: ASAP

Make a real difference every day
Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential?

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Northampton, working with children who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, nurturing and resilient, and who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

The role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils both in and out of the classroom. You will help children overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence and independence, and feel safe and supported within the school environment.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting children with SEMH and complex needs to engage positively with learning.
• Helping pupils develop their social, emotional and communication skills.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping children to regulate their emotions.
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Adapting activities and providing encouragement to meet individual needs.
• Promoting pupils' independence, confidence and self-esteem.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Confident supporting children with additional needs.
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Passionate about inclusive education and helping every child succeed.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Consistent, reliable and committed to safeguarding.
• Experienced in SEN, SEMH, complex needs, behaviour support or a related setting (desirable but not essential).
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, complex needs or challenging behaviour would be highly beneficial.

What we can offer

• A rewarding full-time position within a supportive school environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• Excellent experience working with SEN and complex needs.
• Supportive colleagues and a collaborative approach.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A welcoming school based in Northampton.
• If you are passionate about supporting children and believe you have the patience, commitment and compassion to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you.

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.