1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Teesside - SEND; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational supply agency in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in a SEN School. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children or vulnerable adults and demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm. This role offers competitive daily rates, opportunities for continuous professional development, and a supportive team environment to help transform young lives.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

Continued professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Capable of motivating and supporting pupils to stay focused.
• Ability to meet holistic needs under direction.
• Experience in working with special educational needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils who have learning difficulties.
• Support pupils in completing their tasks.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to address students' needs.

Skills

Motivational skills

Supportive approach

Enthusiasm for special educational needs

Commitment to personal learning

Experience with children or vulnerable adults

Job description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Hartlepool

£85-£95 per day

Start date: January 2026

Overview

We have several vacancies for an 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a SEN School in Hartlepool. The overarching purpose of the role is to work with pupils who have learning difficulties and usually with a statement of Special Educational Needs. The ideal 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant will be prepared to 'go the extra mile' to support very special young people. You will have the opportunity to be part of a team that is truly changing lives.

Requirements

• Be able to motivate and support pupil(s) to remain on task and complete work in a focused way.
• Meet the holistic needs of the pupils of the children under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff.
• Have an enthusiasm for supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Be committed to personal learning and development.
• Have experience working with children or vulnerable adults.
• Drive or be willing to use public transport.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

How to apply

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on or email (url removed)

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