Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses

Market leading pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream school in Carlisle. The role involves supporting pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH, on a 1-2-1 basis and in small groups.

The position offers long-term, both full-time and part-time opportunities, with on-site work. The successful candidate will provide consistent, positive support and adapt to individual needs to help pupils engage and develop learning.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Experience working with children with ASD, ADHD and/or SEMH.
• Confidence providing 1-2-1 and small group support.
• A patient and positive approach.
• Adaptability and a willingness to support pupils' individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support learning, engagement and development on a 1-2-1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist pupils with SEN, including ASD/ADHD/SEMH, to reach full potential.

Skills

Experience SEN

ASD/ADHD/SEMH

1-2-1 support

Small group support

Patient attitude

Job description

Do you have experience supporting children with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH?

Are you confident working with pupils on a 1-2-1 basis and in small groups?

Are you a patient, adaptable and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant who can help pupils reach their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream school in Carlisle to recruit an SEN Teaching Assistant. The school supports children with a range of additional needs and is looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent and positive support.

The school is looking to take on an SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work 1-2-1 and with small groups of children with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH, supporting their learning, engagement and development.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with children with ASD, ADHD and/or SEMH
• Confidence providing 1-2-1 and small group support
• A patient and positive approach
• Adaptability and a willingness to support pupils' individual needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Job Information

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £95 to £110 a day Hours: Full-time Location: CA2 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 1 Oct 2026 Closing date: 31 Oct 2026

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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