SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEND across Sunderland and South Tyneside, in a range of primary and secondary schools. Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities are available with competitive pay.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, assist with personalised learning plans, promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing, and work closely with teachers and SEND teams to help pupils reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting SEND is beneficial but not essential.
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support in and out of the classroom.
• Assisting with personalised learning plans and interventions.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Working closely with teachers and SEND teams to support pupil progress.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Caring

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary and secondary schools throughout Sunderland and South Tyneside.

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Competitive rates of pay
• Variety of school settings and SEND provisions
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with additional needs
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

We're looking for caring, resilient, and dedicated individuals who are committed to helping children and young people reach their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
• Providing 1:1 and small group support in and out of the classroom
• Assisting with personalised learning plans and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Working closely with teachers and SEND teams to support pupil progress

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Experience supporting SEND is beneficial but not essential
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Locations

Sunderland & South Tyneside

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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