Classroom Support Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Kettering

Salary: £90 – £110 per day (experience dependent)

Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (Term time only), 8:30 am – 3:30 pm (times may vary slightly)

Are You Ready to Make a Real Impact?

Do you have a passion for working with children and a desire to support those with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Whether you have direct SEN experience or transferable skills from a different sector, if you're dedicated to improving young lives, we want you on our team!

The Role: Your Chance to Shine

We're looking for an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Kettering. You'll be instrumental in supporting students with special educational needs, providing vital support both inside and outside the classroom environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering one-on-one or small group support to pupils with SEN.

• Actively supporting student learning during lessons, breaks, and lunchtimes.

• Collaborating closely with the class teacher on daily activities and lesson preparation.

• Helping to maintain a positive, tidy, and safe learning space.

• Fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion for all students.

Who We Need

You don't need prior school experience—we welcome proactive, dedicated individuals from all professional backgrounds.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be exceptionally committed, patient, and reliable.

• Demonstrate strong initiative and a proactive attitude (this is essential!).

• Have previous experience supporting SEN children (desirable, but not mandatory).

• Must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service).

• Hold permanent UK residency (an essential requirement for this position).

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a supportive, friendly, and close-knit team where your work truly makes a difference.

• Enjoy sociable working hours—no weekends!

• A rewarding role with a direct impact on pupils’ progress.

• Access to a pension plan.

• Ongoing professional development and support.

Important Recruitment Information

All applicants must be prepared to undergo standard vetting checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (can be processed via Teaching Personnel).

• Two of your most recent professional references (covering the last 24 months).

• Overseas Police Check (if you have lived outside the UK for 6+ months in the last 5 years).

Please ensure your CV is attached when applying. Only candidates with permanent UK residency will be considered.

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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.
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