SEND Learning Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional career development

In-house training and development

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is seeking a Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant in Gateshead. The role involves supporting children with various learning needs, including Autism and ADHD, and creating an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will promote student independence and well-being while adapting lessons as required. This position offers a competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with Autism, ADHD, or other complex needs.
• Ability to adapt to individual learning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 support to pupils with SEND needs.
• Assist students with a range of learning difficulties.
• Promote positivity and independence for every child supported.

Skills

Autism support

SEMH support

PMLD support

MLD support

Dyslexia support

Encouraging positive behavior

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Gateshead

Contract: Full-Time

Are you committed to helping children with additional learning needs reach their full potential?

We are currently seeking a caring and motivated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Gateshead. Whether your background is in Autism support, SEMH, PMLD, MLD, ADHD, or other complex needs, we would love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a nurturing and progressive educational setting, where you will play a vital role in supporting student's academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering tailored 1:1 support to pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Assisting students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Down's Syndrome, and moderate to severe learning difficulties.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Working closely with teaching staff to help adapt lessons to meet individual learning requirements.
• Promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing for every child you support.

What you'll receive

• A competitive salary depending on experience
• Working with a team of dedicated and friendly consultants – Professional and organised structure
• 24‑hour service
• A rewarding teaching environment
• Professional career development

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and full referencing prior to work.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Professional Development

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In‑house Training and Development Team

About Prospero

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of "The Best Companies To Work For", Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward‑thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries.

We are an APSCO‑audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high‑quality service and best practice.