UNQUALIFIED SEN TEACHING ASSISTANTS - Wellingborough & Surrounding Areas
Are you passionate about making a profound difference in the lives of Primary-aged children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Do you possess invaluable skills in empathy, resilience, and support from roles such as care/support work, emergency services, military, residential care, youth work, or coaching? If you're ready to transition those skills into an incredibly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!
Our valued partner schools in the Wellingborough area are actively seeking multiple dedicated Teaching Assistants to provide vital, one-on-one and small-group support to students with SEN. These are positions where you genuinely help students thrive in a structured, nurturing, and ambitious environment.
No prior school experience? No problem! Your transferable skills and positive attitude are what matter most. We will provide the necessary training and support for the right candidates who demonstrate the patience, dedication, and enthusiasm required to work with young people.
Why This Role Will Empower You
* Impactful Work: Be a true role model, providing the encouragement and motivation that transforms a student's educational journey.
* Highly Desirable Hours: Monday to Friday, typically 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
* Guaranteed Weekends Free: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with NO weekend work.
* Clear Career Pathway: Significant opportunities for professional development and temp-to-perm contracts for those looking for a long-term, stable career.
* Collaborative Team: Work closely with experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff in a welcoming environment.
* Competitive Pay and excellent staff benefits.
What You'll Bring
* A Non-Negotiable Passion for working with and inspiring children.
* Initiative: The drive to proactively get involved, adapt, and support classroom activities.
* Flexibility and the ability to build rapport quickly with diverse students.
* A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to immediately apply for one with our support).
* Experience with SEN children is a fantastic advantage, but your transferable skills and commitment are the priority.
Join Teaching Personnel – Your Trusted Partner
* Ongoing Professional Development: Access to high-quality training and resources to support your growth.
* Dedicated Support: A personal recruitment consultant available to ensure your success.
Important Note: Applications are currently open only to UK residents. If you have recently moved to the UK, you must provide a police clearance check from your previous country of residence.
If you are ready to use your skills to create brighter futures in Wellingborough, seize this opportunity—apply today!
To express your interest or find out more, please email Kasia directly at katarzyna.french@personnel.com or apply via our website.
We are eager to welcome passionate individuals who want to make a tangible, life-changing difference.
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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