Make a Difference Every Day: SEN Teaching Assistant Roles in Northampton
No Experience? No Problem. Your Personality is Your Best Qualification!
Are you searching for a career that offers more than just a paycheck? Do you have a big heart, endless patience, and a natural knack for connecting with people? If you’re ready to ditch the uninspiring 9-to-5 for a role that fills you with pride, we want to meet you!
We are looking for fresh, enthusiastic talent to join our partner schools across Northampton and surrounding villages. As an SEN (Special Educational Needs) Teaching Assistant, you aren't just staff—you are a mentor, a role model, and a champion for students who need that extra spark of support to thrive.
Why You’re Already the Perfect Fit
You don’t need a specialized degree to start. We are looking for people people. If you have a background in any of the following, you already possess the magic ingredients we’re looking for:
* Care & Support Work: You understand the value of putting others first.
* Retail or Hospitality: You’re a pro at multitasking and staying calm when things get busy.
* Coaching, Youth Work, or Parenting: You know how to lead, inspire, and set boundaries.
* Military or Emergency Services: You are reliable, adaptable, and level-headed.
The Perks of the Role
* Competitive Pay: Earn £90 – £130 per day while you learn on the job.
* The Ultimate Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday (approx. 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM). No weekends, no late nights, and no bank holidays!
* Genuine Purpose: Go home knowing you’ve made a tangible difference in a child’s life.
* Career Fast-Track: Start as a temporary team member and transition into a permanent school contract.
* Stay Local: We have roles available across Northampton, Daventry, and Towcester—cut down your commute!
What We’re Looking For
* A sincere passion for helping children overcome challenges.
* High energy and a resilient can-do attitude.
* A valid DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to let us help you apply for one).
Note: Applicants must be UK residents. Recent arrivals will require a police check from their previous country of residence.
Ready to Start Your New Chapter?
Spaces are filling fast for the upcoming term! Don't wait to start a career you actually love.
How to Apply:
* Email: Send your CV and a quick hello to katarzyna.frenchteachingpersonnel
* Online: Click the Apply button now!
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.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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