SEN Teaching Assistant

Eteach International; Lynemouth; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health and wellbeing support

Nest childcare provision

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

William Leech CofE Primary School in Lynemouth, Northumberland, is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with SEN on a day-to-day basis. You will work with individuals and small groups, delivering planned activities and providing personalised support to help pupils learn and develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The role is permanent, 32.5 hours per week during term time plus 5 additional days, with a Band 3 salary (£26,427–£26,847) pro rata (£20,029–£20,347).

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN).
• Ability to differentiate and adapt learning activities for pupils with SEN.
• Strong communication with families, carers and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Implement planned learning activities and differentiation as agreed with class teacher.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and attainment.
• Collaborate with therapists and other staff to support pupil development.

Skills

SEN support

Individual and group work

Job description

# SEN Teaching AssistantEmployer: William Leech CofE Primary SchoolLocation: Lynemouth, NorthumberlandContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847Posted: 5th October 2026Expires: 20th October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: 4th January 2027Job ID: 1577910* Share :* Print**Hours:** 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days **Salary:** Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata (actual £20,029 - £20,347) **Contract:** PermanentThe Cabin at William Leech is continuing to grow, and we’re very excited about what lies ahead!The Cabin is a specialist provision designed to support children with SEMH and SLCN needs, providing high quality bespoke support for the children, with a trauma informed approach to learning.As we move into the next phase of our journey, we are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join the experienced team and work closely with the children on a day to day basis and provide personalised support that helps the children learn and develop.The ideal candidate will work both individually and with small groups of children with a range of different needs, helping them thrive academically, socially and emotionally.**Main Roles and Responsibilities:*** Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, differentiating and adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupils with SEN.* Select and adapt appropriate resources/methods to facilitate agreed learning activities.* Monitor, assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment, as agreed with the teacher, drawing any problems which cannot be resolved to the attention of the teacher.* Establish and maintain relationships with families and carers and other adults, e.g. speech therapists.**Why Join Us?**As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits* An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.* Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.* Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.* CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.* Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.If you are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!### AttachmentsSEN TA The Cabin### Safeguarding Statement:William Leech CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.