SEN Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education -teesside Primary and York; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant in the North East of England to support a child with SEMH needs in EYFS. The role involves working 1:1 and in small groups, requiring a Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching & learning. Experience with challenging behaviour is essential. The position starts in January 2026 and offers ongoing opportunities. Apply today to become part of a dedicated team in a welcoming school environment.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE professional development training

Regular social events offering food and drinks

Generous referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification required.
• Experience in EYFS Environment is desirable.
• Strong background in supporting children in primary education.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with a child in EYFS with SEMH needs.
• Assist small intervention groups of 5-6 children.
• Provide high standard of support as part of a teaching team.

Skills

Teaching and Supporting Learning

Experience with SEMH needs

Working with challenging behaviour

Education

Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching & learning in schools

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Stockton TS18 area - £445 per week

January 2026 - ongoing

Vision for Education is looking to appoint a full time Teaching Assistant to join our successful supply team and work in a primary school in the Saltburn area.
This is a full time Teaching Assistant role, Monday to Friday 8:30am until 3:30pm, working 1:1 with a child in EYFS who needs additional support with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. As well as working with small intervention groups when required.
This role will commence January 2026 and will be ongoing with a potential to become long term, depending on the needs of the school at the time.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position is a Level 3 or above in Teaching and Supporting Learning and SEND experience would be desirable to the role. Working with challenging behaviour would be essential.

The Role

Working as part of a passionate teaching team, the desired teaching assistant will focus on providing a high standard of support for a EYFS child on a 1:1 basis with high behavioural needs. As well as small intervention groups of 5-6 children helping with additional subject development. Must be flexible to changing environments.

The School

This primary school is looking for a committed and experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team.
The Head Teacher and leadership team are dedicated to providing an outstanding level of education to the children within the school. The school is friendly and welcoming and has a positive ethos.

Requirements

To be considered for the Teaching Assistant position, you will:

• Hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching & learning in schools.
• Experience in EYFS Environment would be desirable
• Have experience of working as a Teaching Assistant in an school environment.
• Be experienced in working with smaller nurture groups to boost attainment.
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of school staff.
• Have experience supporting children in primary education in Early Years.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Regular social events with 100% complimentary food and drinks.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply

If you are a qualified Teaching Assistant (TA) who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Teesside Primary team on: (phone number removed).