Teaching Assistant (SEND)

TeacherActive; North East; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is hiring a Teaching Assistant - SEND for immediate start in Gateshead & South Tyneside. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs in a secondary school environment, focusing on individual engagement and wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with SEN and SEMH needs, along with strong communication skills. The position offers market-leading pay, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a secondary school setting or similar environment.
• Experience with students with SEN and SEMH on a 1:1 basis.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Encourage engagement in lessons and promote positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and SEMH needs

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to support students on a 1:1 basis

Patient, nurturing and resilient approach

Proactive and positive attitude towards supporting learning and development

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEND

Location: Gateshead & South Tyneside

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential?

Do you have experience working with students with SEN and SEMH on a 1:1 basis?

Are you looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a supportive secondary school environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with mainstream secondary schools across Gateshead and South Tyneside that are looking to appoint dedicated Teaching Assistants - SEND. These schools are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every student is supported to succeed both academically and personally.

The schools are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant - SEND on a long-term basis to support students across KS3 and KS4. The successful Teaching Assistant - SEND will work closely with individual students with SEN and SEMH needs, providing 1:1 support, encouraging engagement in lessons and helping to promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

The successful Teaching Assistant - SEND will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and SEMH needs
• Experience working within a secondary school setting or similar environment
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• The ability to support students on a 1:1 basis and adapt to individual needs
• A proactive and positive attitude towards supporting learning and development

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on‑boarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• 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)

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.