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Position: SEN Teaching Assistants
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
School: SEN Setting

About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting learners with special educational needs? An independent SEN Setting in Northampton is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team. Their school caters to students with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Asperger’s Syndrome, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SCLN), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) including Global Delay.

They are looking for individuals who ideally hold a CACHE/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification but will also consider Unqualified Teaching Assistants (UTAs) with strong SEN experience. The school utilizes TEACCH, PECS, MAKATON Sign Language, and aspects of behaviour modification tailored to each individual student.

Key Responsibilities:

Support students in their learning and development, both academically and socially.
• Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Utilize TEACCH, PECS, MAKATON Sign Language, and behavitheir modification techniques as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create a positive learning environment.
• Support the delivery of the curriculum tailored to each student’s needs.
Requirements:
• CACHE/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification is ideal, but unqualified candidates with strong SEN experience will be considered.
• Experience working with children with ASD, Asperger’s Syndrome, SCLN, ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and MLD.
• Familiarity with TEACCH, PECS, MAKATON Sign Language, and behavitheir modification techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive and dedicated team.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
If you like the sound of this role or would like some more information, then don’t hesitate in contacting us! Please click APPLY and send us a copy of your CV or if you would like an informal chat about the job role, please contact Charlotte Blacker on (url removed) or call their Northampton branch on (phone number removed).
* As part of the recruitment process, all candidates are required to have 2 years referencing, provide a 10-year history of education/work and have an enhanced DBS