SEN Teaching Assistant with PPA

Job Role: Level 3+ Teaching Assistant, with PPA Cover Responsibilities Location: Northamptonshire Position: Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or above) Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or above) looking for a rewarding role in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting? Do you have the confidence and capability to deliver PPA cover and support pupils with a range of complex needs? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

About the School If successful, you will be joining a warm, inclusive and forward-thinking special needs school located in Northamptonshire. They provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children and young people aged 4-18 with a variety of SEND including autism, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to severe learning difficulties.

The Role

We are seeking a committed and adaptable Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or higher) to join a supportive SEN team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in special schools or with children who have additional needs and will be confident delivering PPA (Planning, Preparation and Assessment) cover under the guidance of teaching staff and school leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities during PPA cover
• Support pupils' learning and emotional development on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
• Help create an engaging, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
• Support with personal care, if required

What We're Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
• Experience working with children/young people with special educational needs
• Confident in managing classrooms and delivering pre-planned lessons
• Positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt in a dynamic school setting

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

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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