SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs feel confident, supported and included in their learning?

Can you build trusting relationships with pupils who may need extra patience, encouragement and consistency throughout the school day?

Are you confident adapting your approach to meet individual needs and celebrating progress in all its forms?

TeacherActive is looking for caring and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants across the DN22 area to work within a range of supportive and welcoming schools.

Our partner schools offer great facilities, positive learning environments and passionate teaching teams who are committed to providing every pupil with the support they need to thrive. You may be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups or within the wider classroom, depending on the needs of the school.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEND
• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Help pupils engage with classroom learning and activities
• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour
• Support pupils with emotional and social development
• Work closely with teachers, SENDCOs and support staff
• Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment
• Follow individual support plans and school procedures
• Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil well-being

• Experience supporting children or young people
• SEND experience and confidence supporting pupils with additional needs
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain calm and consistent when challenges arise
• A flexible and adaptable approach to supporting learning
• A positive attitude towards inclusion and pupil development
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential

• Competitive PAYE rates
• Opportunities across the DN22 area
• Access to supportive and welcoming schools
• Opportunities within schools with great facilities
• Flexible short-term and long-term placements
• Access to CPD and professional development
• A dedicated consultant and ongoing support

Click APPLY NOW to find out more about SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities across the DN22 area.

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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and professional references.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.