SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism. Job in Northampton Education & Training Jobs

TimePlan Education; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment firm based in Northampton is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant to support students with Autism in various schools. The ideal candidate should have experience working with young people, effective communication skills, and be available for a minimum of 3 days per week. This role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity for career progression while providing support from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Local job opportunities

Professional support

Opportunities for career progression

Dedicated consultant support during placements

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism, ideally in educational settings.
• Willingness to undertake a UK DBS.
• Availability to work a minimum of 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with Special Educational Needs in their education.
• Assisting during lunch and classroom activities.
• Building positive relationships with pupils.

Skills

Experience working with young people/working with children

Ability to demonstrate active strong communication skills

Patience

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant (Autism)

Northamptonshire (NN1, NN2, NN3, NN4, NN5, NN6, NN7)

TimePlan Education are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants and SEN Learning Support Assistants for day to day, short term and long term supply work in Primary, Secondary & SEND schools in Northamptonshire from January 2026.

In this role you will be supporting them throughout their education and lunches. We are looking for SEN professionals who have been around children and young people. Someone who has experience with Autism, whether that be within their own friends and family, or in their current role working in a school.

This role would also be great for someone who wants to move from the care industry with adults to working with SEN students in schools. We are happy to speak to anyone who feels confident working with young students with ASD, candidates who have worked in mainstream schools, youth clubs, or just finished college / uni and ready to start a new full time role that is rewarding where all training is provided on the job. You will attend the first day induction and if successful, continue on a long‑term basis for the next academic year.

With a committed and passionate team of experienced Consultants, we are offering you the opportunity to work in a range of classroom environments across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is a fantastic chance to work in a variety of schools to help you positively develop and enhance your skills as a Learning Support Assistant.

If you are looking for more work life flexibility or your next career change, this will be a great opportunity for you.

Successful applicants should have:

• Experience working with young people/working with children
• A UK DBS or willing to undertake one.
• Ability to work 3 days a week minimum

In return TimePlan can offer:

• TimePlan is a global company with strong and long‑standing links to Schools across the country. Within our Hemel Hempstead Branch we source staff for Mainstream and SEND Schools in Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire.
• Competitive rates of pay
• Local job opportunities with a dedicated consultant
• Professional support from our team of experienced consultants.
• Opportunities to make career progression
• Continued support through all placements via a dedicated consultant

Ideally you will have:

• Experience in supporting pupils in a classroom environment, with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• The ability to demonstrate active strong communication skills
• Patience
• A desire to establish positive relationships with pupils and understanding their needs

If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you. Apply for the role and we will be in touch.