SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wellingborough; On-site; Full time

Job description

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

Essential Requirements:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• 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.