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SEND Learning Support Assistant
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 90 - 120 / Day
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
SEND Learning Support Assistant - Mainstream Secondary School
Location: Northampton
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
Do you have a passion for supporting young people with special educational needs?
Are you motivated by helping students overcome barriers, build confidence, and thrive in a mainstream school environment?
We are proud to be working with a welcoming, inclusive, and well-supported mainstream secondary school seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join their team as soon as possible or from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is compassionate, patient, and eager to make a long-lasting difference to students with additional needs.
Whether you come from an education, care, youth work, or support background, this role offers hands-on experience and the chance to positively impact individual learners every day.
What You'll Be Doing
Providing 1:1 or small-group support to students with SEND, including autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, learning difficulties, and communication needs
Supporting pupils within a mainstream classroom, ensuring they can access and engage with the curriculum
Assisting teachers with differentiation, lesson preparation, and behaviour support
Encouraging students to develop confidence, resilience, and independence
Helping to implement EHCP targets and personalised learning strategies
Promoting inclusion and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day
Contributing to a calm, safe, and nurturing learning environment
We're Looking For Someone Who
Is passionate about supporting young people with SEND in a mainstream setting
Brings a calm, patient, and empathetic approach
Can communicate clearly and build strong relationships with students and staff
Is reliable, adaptable, and works well as part of a team
Ideally has experience in education, care, SEN, or youth support (not essential)
Shows enthusiasm for learning and developing professionally
What You'll Gain in Return
A long-term, stable position with potential for a permanent contract
The opportunity to work in a friendly, inclusive mainstream secondary school
Competitive weekly pay, with progression opportunities
Free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through Tradewind's National College platform, including Autism Awareness, ADHD Training, SEMH Strategies, Safeguarding, and more
Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
A clear pathway into future careers such as teaching, specialist SEN work, behaviour mentoring, or pastoral roles
If you're ready to support SEND students in a mainstream school ASAP or from January 2026, we'd love to hear from you.
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