Teaching Assistant (SEND)

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

North East / Temporary / £95 - 110 per day

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Location: Middlesbrough

Start Date: September

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs to reach their full potential?

Do you have the adaptability to work across a variety of mainstream and SEND settings?

Are you looking for a rewarding long‑term Teaching Assistant (SEND) role starting this September?

Overview

The role involves supporting pupils across KS1 to KS5, working with a variety of additional needs including autism/ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties. You will work closely with teaching staff to promote engagement, independence and positive outcomes for every learner.

Key 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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.

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you.
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel.
• Market‑leading rates of pay.
• Referral scheme – receive up to £100 for referring 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 without admin charges.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Equal Opportunities

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