SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Kettering; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check assistance

Free safeguarding training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work across the Wellingborough and Kettering area from September 2026. You will support primary-aged pupils with autism and communication needs in inclusive classrooms.

This full-time, permanent role offers stable hours, collaborative school environments, and opportunities to develop your skills through ongoing professional development. All positions include safeguarding checks and DBS support.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient approach.
• Confident working with primary-aged children.
• Interest in autism, communication and additional needs.
• Experience in education, care or support roles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in school life.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support as needed.
• Develop pupils' communication and independence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and families.
• Use a calm, patient approach to support behaviour and communication.
• Work closely with classroom staff to enable learning.
• Support pupils with autism and communication needs.

Skills

Passionate about SEND

Patient

Compassionate

Resilient

Confident with children

Relationship building

Interested in autism

Experience in education

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistants Required

Location: Wellingborough & Kettering area

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in the classroom?

We are currently recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join welcoming SEND schools across the Wellingborough and Kettering area from September 2026. These permanent, full-time opportunities are ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting primary-aged pupils with communication needs and autism.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils, teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support that enables children to access learning, develop their communication skills and build confidence.

You may be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups or within the classroom, helping them to engage with learning and develop their independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with autism and communication needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate in school life
• Developing positive relationships with pupils and helping them build confidence
• Using a calm, patient and consistent approach to support behaviour and communication
• Working closely with class teachers, SEND staff and families
• Encouraging pupils’ independence and personal development

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting children with SEND
• Patient, compassionate and resilient
• Confident working with primary-aged children
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships
• Interested in autism, communication and additional needs
• Experienced in education, care, support work or a similar setting — or keen to develop a career in SEND

Relevant experience is desirable, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and genuine commitment to supporting children are equally important.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• September 2026 start
• Opportunities across the Wellingborough and Kettering area
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children’s lives
• Supportive school environments and professional development opportunities

If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for a September start.

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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