SEN Learning Support Assistant – Term-Time Role

CER (United Kingdom); Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Affinity CPD courses

NEST pension scheme

Exclusive North East Trust supply role

£300 sign-on bonus

£250 refer-a-friend bonus

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Job summary

CER Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant (Learning Support Assistant) to work in a partner SEN school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This full-time, term-time role supports students with SEN aged 2–19, including ASD/ADHD/SEMH, in a challenging and rewarding environment.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver tailored interventions, implement EHCPs, and help students develop essential life skills and confidence.

Qualifications

• This role is open to current students, graduates and experienced candidates alike – there’s no single route in.
• Current students or graduates studying relevant fields including Psychology, Nursing or Sports Coaching.
• Anyone with at least 3 months’ relevant experience as a support worker, mental health practitioner, sports coach, teacher assistant, or within childcare or residential settings.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is not essential, but candidates with these qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to students between the ages of 2 and 19 years old with SEN.
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored interventions and support strategies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and confidence.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Healthcare Plans (EHCPs).
• Support students in both academic and social development, helping them to build essential life skills.
• Provide pastoral care and emotional support, ensuring students feel safe and valued.
• Support the class teacher with managing behaviour within the classroom.
• Supporting on school trips, outreach days and life skills lessons.

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

CER Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant (Learning Support Assistant) to work in a partner SEN school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This full-time, term-time role supports students with SEN aged 2–19, including ASD/ADHD/SEMH, in a challenging and rewarding environment.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver tailored interventions, implement EHCPs, and help students develop essential life skills and confidence.