Secondary teaching assistant

TeacherActive; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary education staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for schools in Sunderland. You will support students, especially those with special educational needs (SEND), fostering a positive learning environment. This role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and the chance to work closely with local schools. Ideal candidates will have SEND experience and a solid understanding of safeguarding practices. Opportunities for professional development are also provided.

Benefits

Flexibility to choose working days

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and Certificates

Referral Scheme

Market leading rates of pay

Qualifications

• SEND TA / SEND Teaching Assistant experience required.
• Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection is essential.
• Level 2 or 3 qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in their learning environment.
• Deliver day-to-day and long-term teaching assistance.

Skills

SEND TA / SEND Teaching Assistant experience

Experience working within a Secondary Setting

Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection

Level 2 or 3 qualified

Experience of supporting young people on a 1:1 basis

Education

Minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment

Job description

Overview

Hours: Full time

Do you have a passion for working in an SEND setting?

Do you love to support and focus on student’s success?

Do you consider yourself to being hard-working and reliable?

TeacherActive are looking for a Teaching Assistant in Sunderland. We have an amazing opportunity to work within the local schools in the Sunderland area. We create amazing rapport with our schools and support all our staff with the on-boarding process! The schools have many ambitions to achieve including a strong focus on creating a culture of success and positivity towards learning.

We are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to deliver a day to day, short-term or long-term position in education. You will have the guaranteed opportunity to support pupils and help them thrive towards success. This is a great chance to widen your experience and have the excitement of working within local schools. You will have the guaranteed opportunity to support pupils and help them thrive within the school.

Qualifications

• SEND TA / SEND Teaching Assistant experience
• Experience working within a Secondary Setting
• A good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection
• Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment
• Experience of supporting young people on a 1:1 basis (desirable)

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available to help you with the on-boarding process.
• Flexibility to choose working days, to suit around other commitments. We will be more than happy to work around you!
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and Certificates as part of the MyProgression Channel.
• Referral Scheme when recommending a friend of up to £200*
• Market leading rates of pay.

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your heard‑earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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

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