SEND Teaching Assistant

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant required for a secondary school in Rushden, Northamptonshire. Start date: September 2026. Contract: full-time permanent. Salary: competitive, dependent on experience. The role involves supporting students with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential within an inclusive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Special Educational Needs (SEND) across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• One-to-one support and small-group work to improve engagement, confidence, and academic progress.
• Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and accessible lessons across the secondary curriculum.
• Support students with Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, SEMH needs, and other additional learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.
• Adapt learning resources and teaching approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Contribute to creating a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
• Collaborate with teachers, the SEND team, parents, and external professionals to provide high-quality support.

What This Role May Suit You

• You are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
• You are considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, SEND, or pastoral support.
• You want to gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting.
• You are looking for a rewarding long-term career in education with opportunities for progression.

What We Are Looking For

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Patient, compassionate, and resilient when supporting students with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Proactive, organised, and able to work as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to support behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Experience working with young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, or similar settings is desirable but not essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK and willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

What's on Offer

• Full-time, permanent role within a supportive secondary school in Rushden.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and experienced SEND team committed to helping every student succeed.
• Excellent career progression into teaching, pastoral care, safeguarding, and specialist SEND roles.
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of young people each day.

How to Apply

If you are committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and want to build a rewarding career in education, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school where inclusion, wellbeing, and achievement are central. Apply to be considered for this permanent SEN Teaching Assistant role in Rushden starting in September 2026.