SEN Teaching Assistant Sunderland in Tyne and Wear

SEN Teaching Assistant - Sunderland

Location: Sunderland
Salary: £95-£115 per day
Contract: Full time
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school environment? We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN TA to work with one of our schools to support students with special educational needs (SEN) in one of our SEN schools across Sunderland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs
• Assist the teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities
• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, and communication
• Use a range of strategies and interventions to meet individual needs
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings)
  A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant but not essential, Team Teach, or equivalent - desirable but not essential)
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Us?

What EMPOWERING LEARNING can do for you:

• We offer competitive rates of pay, and candidate care which is second to none
• We offer you the opportunity to move from Primary/Secondary/SEND provisions to another, whether this be on a short term or long-term basis, and try using your skills in a provision you have always wanted to work in
• You will have a professional consultant who will be your personal point of contact throughout your time working for us
• We value our staff and the work they put in daily. Therefore, we offer competitive rates of pay to ensure your skills and experience are recognised
• We also have a very successful permanent division, allowing you to work for us on a short term/long term basis, whilst we also consider permanent roles for you.

How to apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEN and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you! Apply today via the website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Empowering Learning, please contact Laura on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

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