SEN Teaching Assistant Durham

Empowering Learning; Durham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant in Durham to support a student with special educational needs across primary and secondary settings. The role runs full time, five days a week, with hours 8:30 to 15:30, and a daily rate of 95–110 GBP. Start date September 2026.

Experience with SEN and DBS compliance are valued assets. You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored activities, assist with emotional regulation and communication, and help create a positive learning

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH and other needs).
• Assist the teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, and communication.
• Use a range of strategies to meet individual needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathetic approach

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Durham

Location: Durham
Salary: 95-110 per day
Contract: Full time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school environment? Available to work full time, 5 days a week between the hours of 8.30-3.30? We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN TA to work with one of our schools to support a student with special educational needs (SEN) in Primary and Secondary settings across Durham

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs
• Assist the teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities
• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, and communication
• Use a range of strategies and interventions to meet individual needs
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings)
  A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Team Teach, or equivalent - desirable but not essential)
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Us?

What EMPOWERING LEARNING can do for you:

• We offer competitive rates of pay, and candidate care which is second to none
• We offer you the opportunity to move from Primary/Secondary/SEND provisions to another, whether this be on a short term or long-term basis, and try using your skills in a provision you have always wanted to work in
• You will have a professional consultant who will be your personal point of contact throughout your time working for us
• We value our staff and the work they put in daily. Therefore, we offer competitive rates of pay to ensure your skills and experience are recognised
• We also have a very successful permanent division, allowing you to work for us on a short term/long term basis, whilst we also consider permanent roles for you.

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