Job role: SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants
Location: Northampton
Hours: Full Time
Roles: Various - Short Term, Long Term, and Temp-to-Permanent
Start Date: ASAP and ongoing recruitment
Aspire People are currently recruiting SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of schools across Northampton. We are looking for passionate, patient, and dedicated individuals who are committed to making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs.
The Role
As an SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to engage with learning and develop both academically and emotionally. Roles may include 1:1 support or small group work, supporting pupils with a range of needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and communication difficulties.
Key Responsibilities
Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and school staff
Support pupils' learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing
Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Requirements
Previous experience supporting individuals with SEN (ideally children and young people however experience supporting adults could be suitable)
A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN (desirable but not essential)
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
Next Steps
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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.
