Job Description

Coba Education is seeking compassionate and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to work on a supply basis in Daventry and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support staff or those with a passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

As a supply SEN TA, you’ll play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language difficulties. You’ll be placed in local primary and/or secondary schools, offering 1:1 support or working with small groups, depending on the needs of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

• Assist the class teacher with classroom management and lesson delivery.

• Promote positive behaviour and inclusion across the school day.

• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs.

• Follow individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour plans.

• Ensure the safety, care, and well-being of all pupils in your care.

• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in school or alternative settings).

• A calm, patient, and flexible approach to support.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

• Right to work in the UK.

• A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE, Level 2/3 TA, or SEN-specific training) is desirable but not essential.

What Coba Education Offers

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly.

• Flexible working – choose when and where you work.

• Access to roles in supportive local schools.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• A dedicated consultant who understands your experience and career goals.

• Opportunity to gain varied experience across different school settings.