SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Northampton
Pay Rate: £100-£110 per day
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:45pm
Start Date: November
Contract: Temporary, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to become more confident, capable and independent?
We are seeking a dedicated Post-16 SEN Support Assistant to work within a specialist school in Northampton, supporting students aged 16-18 with complex special educational needs and disabilities.
You will help young people access learning, develop practical everyday skills and prepare for life beyond school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in a supportive, specialist environment.
What will the role involve?
- Provide individual and small-group support based on students' needs and abilities.
- Help students develop communication, social skills and functional learning.
- Encourage independence through practical activities and preparation for adulthood.
- Provide personal care, including toileting, hygiene and mealtime assistance.
- Support students with physical disabilities and mobility needs, following relevant training.
- Promote positive behaviour and help students manage emotional and sensory challenges.
- Assist with activities that develop students' confidence and participation in the wider community.
- Work closely with teachers and colleagues to ensure students receive consistent, personalised support.
What are we looking for?
- Caring, patient and committed to supporting young people with complex needs.
- Comfortable carrying out personal care duties with dignity and sensitivity.
- Confident building positive relationships and communicating effectively.
- Calm, adaptable and able to respond positively to different situations.
- Reliable team players who are willing to learn and develop new skills.
- Previous experience in a special school, care setting, residential support or a similar role would be beneficial.
For the right candidate, there is also the potential to progress from a temporary placement into a permanent position.
If you have the patience, compassion and enthusiasm to support young people on their journey towards greater independence, we would love to hear from you
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SEND Teaching Assistant in Moulton employer: Simply Education Ltd
Simply Education is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture, where ambition and hard work are recognised and rewarded. With competitive salaries, uncapped commission, and performance bonuses, employees have the opportunity to build a successful career in recruitment while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working options in the vibrant location of Kent. The company prioritises employee growth, offering long-term progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
