SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged students in Wellingborough. This role is perfect for qualified individuals passionate about making a positive impact on students with Special Educational Needs. You will work closely with teaching staff and external professionals to provide tailored support, ensuring students engage and develop essential skills. Join a supportive environment with ongoing training and career development opportunities, making a real difference in the lives of young people during their crucial educational journey.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD courses

Personalised consultant support

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to work with secondary-aged students (11–16).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary students with SEN.
• Assist in delivering tailored lessons for individual needs.
• Encourage engagement and emotional resilience.

Skills

SEN Support

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Independence Encouragement

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Job description

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Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools (Wellingborough)
Location: Wellingborough
Salary: £89 - £100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant with experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you passionate about working with secondary-aged students and ready to make a positive impact in their educational journey?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to work full-time in secondary schools across Wellingborough. These positions are ideal for individuals with a strong background in SEN support who are confident working with pupils aged 11–16 who may present a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, speech and language challenges, and learning delays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to secondary students with SEN
• Assisting with the delivery of differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
• Encouraging engagement, independence, and emotional resilience
• Supporting pupils in managing behaviour and developing social skills
• Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Proven experience working with SEN pupils at the secondary level
• Excellent communication, empathy, and behaviour management skills
• Full-time availability (Monday to Friday, during school hours)

Why work for Teaching Personnel?

• Work in supportive local secondary schools in Northampton
• Ongoing access to training, CPD courses, and career development
• A dedicated consultant offering personalised support
• Be part of a reputable agency with over 25 years in education recruitment

If you're ready to support and inspire young people at a crucial stage in their development, apply now to join Teaching Personnel’s SEN team in Northampton.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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