SEND Teaching Assistant - Kettering
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Via Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a specialist school in Kettering to recruit a dedicated and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team.
This specialist setting supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder
PD - Physical Disabilities
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulties
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulties
The school provides a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet individual education and care plans. Staff work closely together to ensure pupils receive consistent academic, emotional, and physical support throughout the school day.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to assist pupils both in the classroom and during practical activities. Responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils with learning activities on a 1:1 and small group basis
Assisting with communication and engagement strategies
Helping implement individual support plans
Supporting behaviour management in line with school policies
Preparing classroom resources and adapting materials where required
This role includes personal care responsibilities, which may involve assisting pupils with toileting, hygiene, feeding, and mobility needs. You will also be required to support pupils during swimming lessons, including assisting with changing and ensuring safe participation in line with safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have experience working with children or young people with SEND (preferred but not essential)
Be patient, reliable, and able to follow structured routines
Be comfortable supporting personal care needs
Be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Have a genuine interest in supporting pupils with complex needs
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone committed to inclusive education and supporting pupils with additional needs to access learning and personal development opportunities.
The position is being recruited exclusively through Tradewind Recruitment.
To apply or find out more, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today