SEND TA

senploy; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a primary school in Amble from January. The role is available on a full-time or part-time basis and aims to build positive relationships while providing essential support to pupils aged 5-11. Applicants should have experience working with children, a relevant qualification, and a positive, proactive nature. The contract is temporary until Easter 2026, with competitive weekly pay ranging from £440 to £600.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in schools in the UK.
• Ability to build positive relationships and rapport with pupils and staff.
• Enhanced child-barred list DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour.
• Assist pupils who are non-verbal and require personal care.
• Develop an understanding of different needs and learning styles.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Supporting pupils with varied SEN

Proactive and positive nature

Education

Supporting teaching and learning qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils in one of our inspirational primary schools in Amble. The role will start in January and is available on a full‑time or part‑time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long‑term, positive impact on their progress and development inside and outside the classroom.

About the School

• The role is based in an inspirational primary school in Amble.
• The school supports pupils aged 5‑11 and offers opportunities to support across all year groups depending on preference and specialism.
• The school has an outstanding supportive environment and leadership team, with staff cohesion being pivotal to provide the highest standard of support.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Work with pupils ranging from 5‑11 years old, depending on preference, experience and skill set.
• Assist pupils who are non‑verbal and those requiring personal care, with willingness to support in these contexts.
• Develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of pupils within the classroom, working closely with class teachers and colleagues.

Experience / Qualifications & Requirements

• A supporting teaching and learning or childcare‑based qualification (desired).
• Experience of working with children in schools in the UK.
• Ability to build positive relationships and rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child‑barred list DBS certificate, registered with the online update service (or willingness to process a new application).
• Provide two professional child‑related references covering the last two years.

About the Role

• Location: Amble
• Start Date: January
• Contract: Temporary until Easter 2026
• Hours: 8:30‑3:30
• Pay: £440‑£600 per week

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; 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.