SEN Teaching Assistant Middlesbrough

Empowering Learning Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across Middlesbrough’s primary, secondary and SEND schools. The role supports children with additional needs, developing confidence and learning progress.

You'll work closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff, providing targeted one‑to‑one or small group help, adapting activities, and monitoring progress while maintaining a positive, patient approach.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Caring, patient, and resilient.
• Excellent communicators who enjoy teamwork.
• Positive, adaptable, and proactive in challenging situations.
• Experience in SEN settings is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist teachers with preparing and delivering differentiated activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour using supportive strategies.
• Help pupils develop communication, emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills.
• Adapt resources to individual abilities and build relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support pupils during breaks and enrichment activities and monitor progress.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Excellent communicators

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant - Middlesbrough

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: 14- 17 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time Temporary with the opportunity to become permanent
Start Date: ASAP

Make a Difference Every Day with Empowering Learning

Empowering Learning are proud to be recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to work within a variety of welcoming primary, secondary, and specialist SEND schools across Middlesbrough.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs. Whether your experience comes from education, residential care, youth work, social care, or support work, we want to hear from you.

At Empowering Learning, we believe that the right support staff can have a life-changing impact on a child's education. That's why we carefully match our candidates with schools where they can thrive, develop professionally, and build rewarding long-term careers.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning while encouraging confidence, independence, and personal development.

You'll support children with a range of additional needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Physical disabilities
• Complex learning needs
• Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals, you'll help deliver engaging learning experiences while ensuring every pupil feels supported, valued, and able to reach their full potential.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist teachers with preparing and delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour using supportive and consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Help pupils develop communication, emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to suit individual abilities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Support pupils during breaktimes, educational visits, and enrichment activities.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated and supportive school team.

What We're Looking For

• Passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
• Caring, patient, and resilient.
• Able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Positive, adaptable, and proactive.
• Excellent communicators who enjoy working as part of a team.
• Committed to helping every child achieve their potential.

Experience

• SEN schools
• Mainstream education
• Alternative Provision
• Residential children's services
• Care or support work
• Youth work
• Mental health support
• Behaviour mentoring

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Team Teach or Positive Behaviour Support training
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs
• Autism awareness training
• Safeguarding training

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferred, although applicants without one are welcome to apply as we can support with obtaining this.

Why Choose Empowering Learning?

At Empowering Learning, we're committed to helping our candidates build successful and rewarding careers in education-not just find their next placement.

Many of the schools we partner with use temporary placements as an opportunity to identify exceptional staff before offering permanent positions. This means that, for the right candidate, there is genuine potential to secure a long-term or permanent role.

We take the time to understand your experience, strengths, and career goals, allowing us to place you in schools where you'll feel valued and have the opportunity to succeed.

When you join Empowering Learning, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of pay based on your experience.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your journey.
• Access to a wide range of primary, secondary, and specialist SEND schools across the North East.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
• Long-term placements with excellent opportunities to secure permanent employment.
• Ongoing guidance, interview preparation, and career advice.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of educational settings.
• A supportive team that genuinely values your contribution and professional development.

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Many of our placements lead to permanent opportunities, making this an excellent chance to showcase your skills, gain invaluable experience, and secure your next long-term role within education.

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