Job role: SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants\nLocation: Northampton\nHours: Full Time \nRoles: Various - Short Term, Long Term, and Temp-to-Permanent \nStart Date: ASAP and ongoing recruitment\n\nAspire People are currently recruiting SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of schools across Northampton. We are looking for passionate, patient, and dedicated individuals who are committed to making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs.\n\nThe Role\nAs an SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to engage with learning and develop both academically and emotionally. Roles may include 1:1 support or small group work, supporting pupils with a range of needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and communication difficulties.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n* Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN\n* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and school staff\n* Support pupils' learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing\n* Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies\n* Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment\nRequirements\n* Previous experience supporting individuals with SEN (ideally children and young people however experience supporting adults could be suitable)\n* A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach\n* Strong communication and interpersonal skills\n* A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs\n* Relevant qualifications or training in SEN (desirable but not essential)\n\nWho are Aspire People?

\nAspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.\n\nWhy join Aspire People?

\n* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way \n* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings \n* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles. \n* Competitive pay with multiple payment options \n* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person\n* Access to free CPD and training opportunities \n\nNext Steps\nGet in touch with an up to date CV!

Simple. \nFor any questions or queries please contact Alex on \n\nAspire 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