Teaching Assistant - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: Competitive daily rate dependent on experience
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are You Passionate About Supporting Children and Young People in Education?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within schools in the Kettering area.

We are looking for individuals who have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people, helping them develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants or individuals with relevant transferable experience who are looking to develop their careers within education.

Whether you have previously worked in a school, nursery, childcare, SEN setting, care environment or youth support role, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students who require additional assistance.

• Helping students develop their confidence, independence and engagement with learning.

• Supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), where required.

• Assisting students who may experience difficulties with learning, communication or emotional regulation.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting classroom routines.

• Adapting learning activities to meet individual student needs.

• Building positive and trusting relationships with students.

• Helping to create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.

• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.

• Following school safeguarding policies and promoting student wellbeing.

What Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people.

• Have experience in education, childcare, SEN, care, youth work or another relevant support role.

• Are patient, empathetic and passionate about making a difference.

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Are confident supporting students with different learning abilities and needs.

• Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues and school staff.

• Have a flexible and adaptable approach.

• Are reliable, enthusiastic and committed to supporting student development.

• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Have a genuine interest in developing a career within education.

Previous Teaching Assistant experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as we welcome applications from individuals with relevant transferable experience and a passion for working with young people.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive daily rates dependent on experience.

• Full-time and long-term opportunities within local schools.

• Opportunities to gain experience across different educational settings.

• Dedicated support from your Tradewind Recruitment consultant.

• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.

• Free access to The National College after your first day worked.

• Opportunities for permanent school positions.

• Ongoing support throughout your placement.

Apply Today!

If you're a caring, enthusiastic and motivated individual looking for a Teaching Assistant position in Kettering, we would love to hear from you!

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take the next step into education from a childcare, care or support background, this could be a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Hannah at hannah.mcmillan@twrecruitment.com.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.