SEND Teaching Assistant: Impactful Support Across Settings

TeacherActive; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEND) in Middlesbrough to support pupils across KS1 to KS5 with a range of additional needs, including autism/ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties. You will work closely with staff to promote engagement and independence, delivering tailored support within mainstream and specialist settings.

The role requires patience, proactive communication, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in either mainstream or specialist settings.
• A passion for helping pupils with a range of additional needs achieve their full potential.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A proactive, patient and flexible approach to supporting learning.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs across mainstream and specialist settings.
• Promote engagement, independence and positive outcomes for every learner.
• Work with teaching staff to implement tailored support plans.
• Manage classroom behaviour and foster a safe learning environment.
• Assist with safeguarding and welfare of children.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEND) in Middlesbrough to support pupils across KS1 to KS5 with a range of additional needs, including autism/ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties. You will work closely with staff to promote engagement and independence, delivering tailored support within mainstream and specialist settings.

The role requires patience, proactive communication, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.