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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 90 - 115 / Day
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Teaching Assistant - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent
Salary: Competitive hourly/daily rates (depending on experience)
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed in school?
Would you like to gain hands-on experience in a classroom setting and make a real impact on students' learning and development?
We are currently recruiting full-time Teaching Assistants to work across a number of secondary schools in Northampton starting from September 2025. These rewarding roles are ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic about education, enjoy working with young people, and want to support both academic and personal progress.
Role Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support students both in and out of the classroom. You'll provide targeted help to individuals or small groups, particularly those with additional learning needs, and play a vital role in ensuring that every student feels confident and supported.
Key Responsibilities:
Support students across KS3 and KS4, including those with SEN, EAL, or additional needs
Work 1:1 or in small groups to reinforce learning and offer tailored academic support
Assist the classroom teacher with lesson preparation and delivery
Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment
Provide emotional and social support to students where needed
Communicate effectively with teaching staff, parents/carers, and wider support teams
Support with general school duties such as breaktime supervision or classroom transitions
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or childcare setting
Understanding of the needs of students with SEN, SEMH, or learning barriers
Friendly, patient, and encouraging nature
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work collaboratively as part of a team or independently when needed
Reliable, adaptable, and proactive
A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is beneficial but not essential
Why Work With Us?
Long-term, stable roles available across secondary schools in Northampton
Competitive pay and weekly payments
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Valuable classroom experience for future teaching or education support careers
Supportive recruitment team focused on your success and wellbeing
How to Apply:
If you're dedicated, compassionate, and ready to support students in reaching their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV along with a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.
For more information or to discuss available vacancies, contact our recruitment team today.
Be part of a supportive and inspiring school environment - apply now and make a difference to young lives across Northampton!
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