SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Northampton

Looking ahead to the new school year? Secure your role for September today! Enjoy competitive weekly pay, free specialist training, and guaranteed career progression with straight permanent and temp-to-perm contracts.

We are looking for passionate, patient, and empathetic SEN Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our team starting this September. You will be supporting brilliant primary school pupils with additional needs across Northampton and the surrounding areas.

We are only looking for candidates seeking long-term stability—every single one of our positions is either Straight Permanent from day one or a guaranteed Temp-to-Perm pathway.

The Essentials

• Start Date: September 2026
• Location: Northampton
• Pay: £93 – £110 per day (Paid weekly)
• Hours: 8:30 AM – 4 PM | Monday to Friday (Term Time Only – enjoy your evenings, weekends, and school holidays!)
• Contract: Straight Permanent & Temp-to-Perm opportunities only

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Career Certainty: No short-term day-to-cover. We focus entirely on securing you a permanent career in a school.
• Free Training: Free access to over 70 CPD courses, including specialist SEND and de-escalation training to boost your CV before September.
• Top-Tier Pay: Highly competitive daily rates with no hidden fees.
• Dedicated Support: Your own friendly, expert consultant to guide you through the interview and onboarding process.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing

As an SEN LSA, you are more than a classroom assistant—you are a mentor and a champion for children who need it most. You will:

• Provide Targeted Support: Work 1:1 or in small groups with children who have diverse learning and emotional needs.
• Break Down Barriers: Help pupils navigate emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges with patience and care.
• Adapt & Include: Work alongside teachers to adapt learning activities so every child can succeed.
• Collaborate: Partner with Teachers and SENCOs to keep the classroom safe, positive, and happy.

Who We Are Looking For

We want genuine "people people" who can bring calm energy to a busy room.

• Experience: Backgrounds in schools, care, psychology, youth work, or sports coaching are highly desirable!
• Skills: Experience with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) or Team Teach training is a huge plus (but remember, we offer free training!).
• Mindset: Patient, empathetic, and level-headed when handling challenging moments.
• Compliance: You must hold an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one with us in time for the September start.

Apply Now!

Ready to secure your September role? Apply via the link with your CV today, or email katarzyna.french@teachingpersonnel.com to beat the summer rush!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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