SEND Teaching Assistant - September Start!

Prospero Teaching; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support learning in a SEN school in Ashington, starting September 2026 on a full-time basis. The role involves assisting pupils with varied SEN on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, including potential personal care needs.

Candidates should have UK school experience and a relevant qualification, with a focus on building positive relationships. The contract runs until July 2027, with a September 2026 start date in Ashington.

Qualifications

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired).
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK.
• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature.
• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied SEN on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Support pupils with SEN such as ASD, ADHD, PMLD, MLD and SEMH.
• Some pupils may be non-verbal and may require personal care; willingness to support in these contexts is key.
• Develop understanding of different needs and learning styles within the classroom, working with Class Teachers and colleagues.

Skills

1:1 support

SEN experience

Behaviour management

UK school experience

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare qualification

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - September Start! (VR/1035311) Ashington, England

Are you an inspirational, enthusiastic and proactive individual who is looking for a new role where you can have a positive impact on the lives of pupils? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational SEN Schools in Ashington to start from September 2026 on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational SEN School in Ashington.
• The School supports pupils across the 2-19 age range and there are opportunities to support pupils across all Primary and Secondary School year groups depending on your preference and specialism.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Contract – Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2027. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date – September 2026
• Location – Ashington

About the Role:

• The role will involve supporting pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• The School supports pupils with a range of SEN such as varying levels of ASD, ADHD, PMLD, MLD and SEMH
• Additionally, some pupils may be none-verbal and some may require Personal Care so a willingness to support pupils in these contexts is key.
• A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK
• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature
• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.