Teaching Assistant Vacancies

Senad Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Northampton seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will work closely with teachers to create engaging learning environments and facilitate personalized support. The ideal candidate will be creative, organized, and experienced in supporting students with SEN. This role offers a wellness program, training opportunities, and the chance to join a supportive team.

Benefits

Wellness programme

Training and development opportunities

Free DBS and paid training hours

Free lunch

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Work alongside teachers to promote a love of learning.
• Help deliver high-quality learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating engaging learning environments.
• Facilitate personalized support for students.
• Contribute to the development of educational plans.

Skills

Creative

Organised

Experience supporting students with SEN

Job description

• Hours: 39 hours per week, term time only 8.15am to 4.15pm Mon- Thurs 8.15am – 3.15pm Fri

Edgewood School is the newest addition to the SENAD Group portfolio, a state-of-the-art independent specialist day and residential school for up to 26 children aged 7 to 18 with a range of complex needs including Autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, speech, language and communication difficulties, and associated challenging behaviour.

The school offers light, airy and flexible education spaces, quiet spaces, classroom break-out rooms, a secure garden and play areas – making Edgewood a fantastic place to work, thrive and learn!

The Role

As our first students have settled in well and are off to a great start, we are now looking to expand our team to welcome more young people to Edgewood School. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something new, have a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our students and develop your education career.

As a Teaching Assistant you will work alongside teachers to promote a love of learning, support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and help deliver high quality learning opportunities. Being creative, organised and having experience supporting others with SEN are essential qualities.

What will we offer you?

• Wellness programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Free DBS and paid training hours
• Free lunch at our onsite school canteen
• The opportunity to join our happy and supportive team

Please contact our Recruitment Team on 01885 488 096 Ext 12102 with any queries.

Edgewood School and the SENAD Group are committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks that include online searches. The Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Edgewood School, Lingswood Park, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 8TA