Impactful TA for SEN Support – Full-Time in Newcastle

Prospero Teaching; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to support learning for pupils in a primary school in Newcastle. The role involves working 1:1 and in small groups with varied SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, PMLD) to boost progress and development.

The position is full-time until the end of the academic year (July 2027), starting after October half term, with duties across the school including break and lunchtimes.

Qualifications

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired).
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature.
• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one via online update service.
• Provide two professional references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied SEN on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Deliver intervention sessions to small groups to boost understanding and progress.
• Develop understanding of different pupil needs and learning styles with teachers.
• Support across the School at breaktimes and lunchtimes as required.

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to support learning for pupils in a primary school in Newcastle. The role involves working 1:1 and in small groups with varied SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, PMLD) to boost progress and development.

The position is full-time until the end of the academic year (July 2027), starting after October half term, with duties across the school including break and lunchtimes.