Educational Support Worker - SEN
Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities
Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs? Are you committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? A number of specialist and inclusive SEN schools across Northampton are looking for Educational Support Workers to join their dedicated teams from September 2025. These full-time roles offer a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who need tailored support, helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.
About the Role:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), and complex learning difficulties
Assist pupils with classroom activities, sensory programmes, and daily routines in line with personalised learning plans
Support behaviour management and promote positive, respectful interactions
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent, student-focused care
Contribute to a nurturing learning environment that supports emotional regulation and independence
Help with personal care and mobility where required (full training provided)
Record progress and observations to inform EHCP targets and ongoing support
We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in schools, youth work, care, or similar settings)
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach with a strong sense of resilience
Good communication skills and the ability to build trust with students and staff
A proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to meet individual pupil needs
Understanding of safeguarding, inclusive practice, and person-centred support
Relevant training or qualifications (e.g. Team Teach, Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, or Health & Social Care) are desirable but not essential - full induction and training available
What's on Offer:
Full-time and long-term roles in specialist SEN settings across Northampton
Supportive school environments with experienced SEN teams and pastoral care structures
Ongoing CPD and access to training in behaviour support, communication strategies, and safeguarding
Opportunities for career progression into SEN teaching, therapy, or pastoral leadership
A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a daily impact on a young person's confidence, progress, and wellbeing
If you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a compassionate, child-centred team, apply now for Educational Support Worker roles in SEN schools across Northamptonshire, starting September 2025.
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