SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision
Location: Wellingborough
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Do you want to be the difference in a young person''s life when it matters most?

A specialist alternative provision in Wellingborough is looking for compassionate, committed, and confident SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team this September. This school provides vital support for students aged 11-16 who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education.

This is more than a classroom role-it''s an opportunity to be a mentor, a motivator, and a source of stability for students navigating significant challenges.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Supporting learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with a focus on Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

• Helping students to re-engage with education through patience, structure, and consistency

• Collaborating with teachers and behaviour mentors to deliver bespoke interventions

• Promoting positive behaviour through de-escalation and relationship building

• Encouraging resilience, emotional regulation, and self-confidence in each pupil

• Contributing to a therapeutic and inclusive learning environment where every child feels safe and valued

We''re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about making education accessible and meaningful for all students

• Demonstrates empathy, emotional resilience, and consistency in challenging situations

• Has experience working with young people in education, care, or community settings (desirable but not essential - training is provided)

• Understands or is keen to learn about trauma-informed practice and behaviour support

• Can work flexibly as part of a dedicated and experienced multidisciplinary team

What''s in it for You?

• A fulfilling, long-term role with potential for a permanent position

• Ongoing access to high-quality training including behaviour management and SEN strategies

• Weekly pay and career progression opportunities

• A supportive working environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised

• The chance to shape the future of young people who need guidance, trust, and a fresh start

Training and Development with Tradewind:
Through Tradewind, you''ll have access to over 2,500 CPD-certified courses via The National College. These include training in safeguarding, SEND, restorative practice, and trauma-informed teaching-all at no cost to you.

If you believe that every student deserves a second chance-and you''re ready to be part of that journey-we''d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to learn more about SEN Teaching Assistant roles in Wellingborough''s alternative provision settings.