SEN 1-1 Teaching Assistant

Teach Midlands; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider located in Northampton is seeking a Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant to provide one-on-one support to a child with special educational needs. This role will involve assisting in specific interventions and supporting the child's learning within the KS2 phase. The position offers a part-time role with a fixed term linked to funding. You will be part of a dedicated team in a positive school environment, aiming to make learning engaging and effective for children.

Benefits

Supportive teaching and support staff

Positive school environment

Engaged parental involvement

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 qualified or have equivalent experience.
• Experience working with children with diverse needs.
• Ability to provide support across the KS2 primary phase.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a child with an EHCP.
• Assist in delivering specific interventions.
• Support the child's learning and development.

Skills

Level 2 qualified in Teaching Assistance

Experience with children with an EHCP

Ability to support KS2

Job description

Earls Barton Primary School
Broad Street, Earls Barton

NJC Scale Point 3 to 4 (£24,796 to £25,185 FTE)
Actual Salary £18,080 to £18,364 per annum
31.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

We are looking for a 1-1 Teaching Assistant who is Level 2 qualified or has equivalent experience. This role will be working across the KS2 primary phase, providing support and specific interventions to a child with and EHCP in order to help them be successful. The role will be fixed term, linked to funding for the child concerned.

What we offer

• children who are happy and well-behaved
• supportive and hardworking teaching and support staff teams who are keen to make learning fun, exciting and relevant for the children
• a strong leadership team who are driving the school forward
• a clear emphasis on supporting the whole child, including having a Behaviour Support Worker, Emotional Literacy Support Assistant and Family Support Worker
• supportive parents, several of whom volunteer regularly in the classroom
• an active PTA who helps us keep our teaching and learning environments well‑resourced.

The most recent Ofsted report for Earls Barton Primary School is filled with positive statements, such as: “Earls Barton Primary School is at the centre of its community. Pupils enjoy attending this friendly school. Staff and pupils treat each other with respect and kindness.” “The school goes the extra mile to secure pupils’ personal development.” “Staff are proud to work at Earls Barton Primary School”.

About the School

Earls Barton Primary School is proud to be part of Hatton Academies Trust. This expanding Multi Academy Trust is a family of schools collaborating in all aspects of teaching, learning and school management. The Trust is dedicated to high standards of education for all our students, developing opportunities for all and passionate about lifelong learning. Earls Barton Primary School is an inclusive school with high expectations for all. Our core values of Self-belief, Honesty, Respect, Excellence and Kindness are embedded across school life and help our children grow into confident, respectful and ambitious learners.

We value honesty and integrity and our recruitment processes help us understand what you uniquely contribute. Submissions that rely too heavily on AI risk obscuring the very qualities we are looking to discover. If you use AI, let it support your thinking, not replace it.

The closing date for this vacancy is 9.00am Tuesday 6th January 2026

Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. Hatton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.

Location Broad Street, Earls Barton, Northampton NN6 0ND, UK