Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for a special educational needs school in Northampton. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs. Experience with autism is desirable, though not essential. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for diverse experience

Competitive pay

Free CPD and training access

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with pupils with special educational needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of supporting children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs in the classroom.
• Actively engage with pupils to enhance their learning experience.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to provide the best support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of special educational needs

Knowledge of autism

Team player

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting for a busy special educational needs school located in Northampton and are looking to recruit fantastic Teaching Assistants to work in the primary phase. Early years, Primary, or SEN experience will be welcome, however a 'can do' approach and willingness to actively join in are an important asset that you will bring to the school. The successful candidate will strive to give all pupils the best education support.
At Aspire People, our TA posts are suitable for those who are passionate about working with pupils who have special educational needs and making a real difference to their lives. Previous experience would be desirable but not essential but your willingness to learn is vital to your success.

About you

· Excellent interpersonal skills and you relate to children and young people.
· A good understanding of and demonstrate a genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs
· Practical experience or sound knowledge of children with autism in the classroom
· Ideally good basic Level 2 English and Maths or demonstrating equivalent experience
· A good team player

We also welcome applications from experienced candidates or those who are starting out their career and are willing to learn and grow within the school. We will also consider applications from new graduates who want SEND experience before embarking on their future teaching career.

Who are Aspire People?

Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.

Why join Aspire People?

* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities


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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. 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.