SEN Teaching Assistant — Support & Impact, Long-Term

The Education Network North; Pegswood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network North is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Northumberland. You will support pupils with SEN, help them engage in lessons, and implement positive strategies under guidance.

Working with teachers and pastoral teams, you will help maintain a structured, supportive environment, use de-escalation techniques, and build strong relationships to help learners reach their potential. Immediate start on a long-term basis.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people within the past 2 years.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Previous experience working with SEND students.
• Teaching qualification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEN needs, helping them engage with lessons and develop coping strategies.
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams to create a structured and supportive environment.
• Using de-escalation techniques and a positive approach to behaviour management.
• Building strong relationships with students to help them achieve their potential.

Skills

Experience with children

DBS clearance

SEND experience

Teaching qualification

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

The Education Network North is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Northumberland. You will support pupils with SEN, help them engage in lessons, and implement positive strategies under guidance.

Working with teachers and pastoral teams, you will help maintain a structured, supportive environment, use de-escalation techniques, and build strong relationships to help learners reach their potential. Immediate start on a long-term basis.