SEND Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities)
Location: Northampton, Corby & Kettering
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term Time Only
Contract: Supply or Full-Time
Agency: Aspire People
Salary: Competitive rates
About the Role
Aspire People are seeking compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs in mainstream and specialist settings across Northamptonshire.
This is a highly rewarding role supporting children with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH, and physical disabilities.
Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with additional needs
Help implement EHCP (Education, Health & Care Plan) targets
Use creative strategies to promote engagement and independence
Support teachers with lesson planning and behaviour management
Maintain accurate records of progress and wellbeing
Requirements
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (essential)
Understanding of Autism, SEMH or complex needs
Calm, patient and resilient nature
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain through Aspire People)
Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (required for travel between settings)
Availability between 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only
Why Work with Aspire People?
Competitive rates of pay
Specialist SEND training and ongoing support
Opportunities across mainstream and SEND schools
Local, long-term, and flexible placements
Dedicated consultant to guide you every step of the way
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