Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7

CPD Courses & certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is currently assisting a specialist SEND setting in Stoke-on-Trent by recruiting a Teaching Assistant on a long‑term basis with an immediate start. The role involves supporting pupils across different age groups with individual and classroom assistance, adapting approaches to meet a range of SEND needs.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience, strong communication skills and a patient, resilient attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Confidence across different ages and Key Stages.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across different age groups with individual and classroom assistance while adapting approaches to meet mixed SEND needs.

Skills

SEND experience

Pupil support

Patience and resilience

Strong communication

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Do you have experience working with pupils with a range of SEND needs across different ages?

Are you patient, resilient and adaptable, with the ability to provide consistent support to pupils with individual learning needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND setting in Stoke-on-Trent supporting pupils of mixed ages with a range of additional needs. The setting provides a supportive and structured learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and engagement with learning.

The setting is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis with an immediate start. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils across different age groups, providing individual and classroom support while adapting their approach to meet a range of mixed SEND needs.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
• Confidence working across different ages and Key Stages
• The ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding 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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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.