Additional Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Additional Needs Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role focuses on helping children with special educational needs thrive in the classroom. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supporting children with additional needs, demonstrating patience and effective communication. Collaborating closely with the SENCo and other staff, you will ensure that all children receive the support they need to succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and contribute to their educational journey.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Supportive work environment

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Proven track record of supporting children with additional needs.
• Understanding of challenges faced by children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with additional needs in accessing the curriculum.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.

Skills

Supporting children with additional needs

Building positive relationships

Effective communication

Collaborative working

Education

Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

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Additional Needs Teaching Assistant, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Additional Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

• Location: Newcastle and surrounding areas
• Contract: Full time only
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm (average)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic and supportive school in Newcastle and surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of supporting children with additional needs, and will be able to help them achieve their full potential. The role will involve working closely with the SENCo and other support staff to ensure that children with additional needs receive the support they need to thrive in the classroom.

The ideal candidate will be able to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff, and will be able to work collaboratively with others to achieve the best outcomes for the children they are supporting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with additional needs in accessing the curriculum and making progress
• Working closely with the SENCo and other support staff to ensure that children with additional needs receive the support they need to thrive in the classroom
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and staff
• Demonstrating patience, care and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Communicating effectively with others to achieve the best outcomes for the children

Requirements

• Proven track record of supporting children with additional needs
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Understanding of the challenges faced by children with additional needs
• A commitment to improving outcomes for all children

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.