Student Support Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Eaglescliffe; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a passionate Student Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Eaglescliffe. The role focuses on providing support to students, working closely with educators to enhance learning and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers potential career progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive leadership

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in an education setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for students, ensuring their welfare.
• Work with staff to promote positive behaviour and learning.
• Uphold high standards of safeguarding.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Job description

Student Support Assistant – Veritas Education

Recruiter: Veritas Education Recruitment • Location: Eaglescliffe, County Durham, United Kingdom • Salary: £23,000 – £25,000 per year • Benefits: Excellent • Posted: 28 Nov 2025 • Closes: 26 Dec 2025 • Reference: 3035779726 • Sector: Further Education • Job Level: Administrator / Coordinator / Assistant • Specialism: Education Studies / Teacher Training • Contract Type: Permanent • Hours: Full Time

Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only + 1 week
Salary: Actual £23,000 – £25,000 per annum
Start Date: January 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Student Support Assistant to join a thriving mixed secondary school (11-16) in Stockton-on-Tees. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people and contributing to a positive school environment. For the right candidate this role will become permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for students, ensuring their welfare and engagement.
• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour and learning.
• Communicate confidently with students, parents, and all stakeholders within the school community.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and promote the welfare of children and young people.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably within an education setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• A school that prioritises staff well-being and offers ongoing professional development.
• Supportive leadership and a positive working environment.
• Opportunity for a permanent role and career progression.

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to: (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

Application Guidelines

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'