Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Market leading rates of pay

24/7 consultants

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Ashington. You will support pupils with additional learning needs across KS1 to KS4, delivering 1:1 and small group support while assisting teachers with classroom activities.

The role offers both full-time and part-time hours on a long-term basis, with an immediate start. You will adapt resources to meet individual needs, maintain pupil engagement and contribute to a supportive, nurturing learning

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND
• Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils with varying learning needs
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support, assisting teachers with classroom activities
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs and help pupils remain engaged in learning
• Support pupils with varying needs and manage behaviour to create a positive learning environment

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Job description

Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time and Part-time

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children and young people with additional learning needs?

Do you have experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils who require additional guidance in the classroom?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in Ashington, supporting children and young people across Key Stage 1 / KS1 through to Key Stage 4 / KS4. The school provides a supportive learning environment where pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND can develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities through individualised learning and consistent support.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be responsible for providing 1:1 and small group support, assisting teachers with classroom activities, adapting learning resources to meet individual needs and helping pupils remain engaged in their learning.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND

Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils

Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils with varying learning needs

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process

CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

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 hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Sen Teaching Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £14.25 to £16.50 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: NE63 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 15 Oct 2026 Closing date: 14 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Ashington

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time and Part-time

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children and young people with additional learning needs?

Do you have experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils who require additional guidance in the classroom?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in Ashington, supporting children and young people across Key Stage 1 / KS1 through to Key Stage 4 / KS4. The school provides a supportive learning environment where pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND can develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities through individualised learning and consistent support.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be responsible for providing 1:1 and small group support, assisting teachers with classroom activities, adapting learning resources to meet individual needs and helping pupils remain engaged in their learning.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND

Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils

Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils with varying learning needs

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process

CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel