SEN Teaching Assistant with PPA

Aspire People Limited; Corby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting a Level 3+ Teaching Assistant to deliver PPA cover in a SEN setting in Northamptonshire. You will support pupils aged 4-18 with SEND, deliver planned lessons, and work under guidance of teachers and school leaders.

The role requires Level 3 qualification or higher in Supporting Teaching and Learning, experience with SEND, strong classroom management, and a collaborative, proactive approach within a supportive SEN team.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Experience working with children/young people with SEND.
• Confident in managing classrooms and delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Positive, patient, and proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt in a dynamic school setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities during PPA cover.
• Support pupils' learning and emotional development on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
• Support with personal care, if required.

Skills

PPA cover delivery

Classroom support

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Job Role: Level 3+ Teaching Assistant, with PPA Cover Responsibilities

Location: Northamptonshire

Position: Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or above)

Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or above) looking for a rewarding role in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting? Do you have the confidence and capability to deliver PPA cover and support pupils with a range of complex needs? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

About the School

If successful, you will be joining a warm, inclusive and forward-thinking special needs school located in Northamptonshire. They provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children and young people aged 4-18 with a variety of SEND including autism, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to severe learning difficulties.

The Role

We are seeking a committed and adaptable Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or higher) to join a supportive SEN team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in special schools or with children who have additional needs and will be confident delivering PPA (Planning, Preparation and Assessment) cover under the guidance of teaching staff and school leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities during PPA cover
• Support pupils' learning and emotional development on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
• Support with personal care, if required

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
• Experience working with children/young people with special educational needs
• Confident in managing classrooms and delivering pre-planned lessons
• Positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt in a dynamic school setting

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.