• Locations

  Northampton, Northamptonshire

• Salary

  Up to £27168 per annum

• Sector

  Education, Student Services

• Type

  Contract / Interim

SEND Transitions Assistant

📍 Northampton

🕒 Full Time | 37 Hours per Week

📅 Fixed-Term Contract | Part Year (38 Working Weeks per Year)

💰 £21,802.65 – £22,465.84 per annum (pro rata to £26,366 – £27,168 FTE)

Make a Difference to Young People’s Futures

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you want to play a vital role in helping learners build confidence, achieve independence, and successfully transition into college life and beyond?

A leading Northampton-based college is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Transitions Assistant to support students throughout their journey into education, employment, and adulthood. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with learners, families, educational settings, and external agencies to ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive.

The Role

As a SEND Transitions Assistant, you will coordinate and deliver personalised transition programmes tailored to the individual needs of students with SEND. You will act as a key point of contact for learners and their support networks, helping to create a smooth and positive transition into college and preparing students for their future progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke transition programmes for students with SEND, aligned to individual needs, EHCPs, and funding arrangements.
• Work closely with students, parents/carers, schools, and Local Authorities to ensure successful transitions into college.
• Support prospective learners in exploring course options and identifying the most suitable learning pathways.
• Build positive relationships with students to promote independence, confidence, and personal development.
• Liaise with internal college teams and external agencies to ensure appropriate support is in place.
• Assist students in preparing for progression into further education, employment, or long-term support services.
• Act as an advocate for learners, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met throughout their educational journey.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting young people or adults with SEND.
• Is passionate about helping learners achieve positive outcomes.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can work effectively with students, families, educational providers, and external agencies.
• Is organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload.
• Is committed to promoting personal, social, educational, and vocational development.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Access to your own vehicle.
• Ability to travel locally as required.

What’s on Offer?

• The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of young people with SEND.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Term-time working pattern, offering an excellent work-life balance.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same.

If you’re passionate about empowering young people and helping them take the next step towards a successful future, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team committed to transforming lives through education and support.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.