SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary, Full-Time, Impact

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

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.