SEND Teaching Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Schools Mutual Services is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex ASC at a South Shields primary school on a full-time basis. You will provide 1:1 support, assist with communication and emotional regulation, and help implement structured routines and behaviour strategies.

The role offers ongoing professional development within a supportive multi-disciplinary team and opportunities to transition to a permanent contract after a trial period.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASC/SEND in a school setting.
• Calm, patient approach and good communication.
• Will support personal care needs when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex ASC needs.
• Support communication, emotional regulation and learning engagement.
• Implement structured routines and behaviour strategies.
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and safety.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and external professionals.
• Contribute to a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

ASC experience

1:1 support

Teamwork

Behaviour support

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification Level 2/3

Job description

Are you an experienced and committed Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We are working in partnership with a welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in SouthShields that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex ASC needs on a full-time basis.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex ASC needs
• Support communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
• Implement structured routines and behaviour support strategies
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and safety
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals
• Contribute to a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment About the School
• Supportive, inclusive environment with small class sizes
• Collaborative multi-disciplinary team (teachers, therapists, support staff)
• Strong leadership and professional development opportunities
• Positive, child-centred ethos that celebrates every student's progress
• Access to specialist training (autism approaches, behaviour support, therapy-led strategies)
• Agency staff are fully integrated into the wider school team What We're Looking For Essential:
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly ASC
• Understanding of behaviour, communication, and sensory needs
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Willingness to support personal care needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable, committed, and looking for a long-term opportunity Desirable:
• Experience in a specialist provision or ASC unit
• Knowledge of approaches such as visual supports, structured teaching, or intensive interaction
• Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3) What's on Offer
• Full-time role with an immediate start
• Opportunity to transition to a permanent contract after a successful trial period
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive daily rate (aligned with school pay scales where applicable) Important Information At Schools Mutual Services, safeguarding is our top priority.

All staff are subject to rigorous interview processes and reference checks.

An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and one will be carried out if you do not currently hold a valid certificate.

Please note: Applicants must be fully eligible to work within the UK education system.

Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

We do not offer visa sponsorship, so please apply only if you meet all criteria.

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