Blyth - SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils in a Northumberland SEN school. The role is full-time, starting ASAP, until July 2027, with daily pay between 93-115 and hours 08:30-16:00.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils across ASD, ADHD, PMLD, MLD and SEMH, some may be non-verbal or require personal care. You will collaborate closely with Class Teachers to adapt learning approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Work with pupils across ASD, ADHD, PMLD, MLD and SEMH
• Some pupils may be non-verbal or require Personal Care, so be willing to assist in these contexts
• Collaborate with Class Teachers and colleagues to tailor learning approaches

Job description

Are you an inspirational, enthusiastic and proactive individual who is looking for a new role where you can have a positive impact on the lives of pupils? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational SEN Schools across Northumberland to start ASAP on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational SEN School across Northumberland.
• The School supports pupils across the 2-19 age range and there are opportunities to support pupils across all Primary and Secondary School year groups depending on your preference and specialism.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between 93-115 per day
• Hours - 08.30-16.00
• Contract - Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2027. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date - ASAP
• Location - Northumberland

About the Role:

• The role will involve supporting pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• The School supports pupils with a range of SEN such as varying levels of ASD, ADHD, PMLD, MLD and SEMH
• Additionally, some pupils may be none-verbal and some may require Personal Care so a willingness to support pupils in these contexts is key.
• A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.