SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wellingborough Sector: SEN School Start Date: ASAP and Ongoing Recruitment Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: £95- £100 per day Aspire People is currently recruiting passionate,…

Pay rate £95 – £100/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 14 September 2026

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wellingborough
Sector: SEN School
Start Date: ASAP and Ongoing Recruitment
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £95- £100 per day

Aspire People is currently recruiting passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Specialist Teaching Assistants. If you have a genuine commitment to supporting children and young people with special educational needs, we want to hear from you!

About the role
As an SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
* Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
* ADHD
* Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
* Complex learning needs
* Social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
* Physical and sensory needs
* Profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)
You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to provide tailored support, promote independence and create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for candidates who:
* Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
* Are patient, caring, resilient and empathetic.
* Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
* Understand the importance of individualised support.
* Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Are confident supporting pupils with challenging or complex needs.
* Are passionate about helping every child achieve their potential.
Relevant qualifications and training are desirable, but experience, attitude and a genuine passion for SEN support are equally important.

Who are Aspire People?
Aspire 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.

Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Next Steps
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Aspire 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

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