SEN Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an alternative provision in the Kettering area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs who require additional emotional, behavioural, and educational support. The provision offers a structured and nurturing environment for students who may find mainstream education challenging.

The successful candidate will be patient, resilient, and passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential both academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small group settings

• Encouraging engagement in learning and classroom activities

• Building positive and trusting relationships with students

• Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management

• Promoting a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with complex needs

• Be calm, adaptable, and empathetic

• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Be passionate about supporting vulnerable students

• Have previous experience within education, care, youth work, counselling, or support work

• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay

• Access to ongoing CPD and training

• Support from a dedicated education consultant

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

• A welcoming and supportive recruitment team

If you are passionate about making a positive difference within education, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information.