SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Westerhope
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full Time, Ongoing
A lovely, supportive primary school in Westerhope is seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, ongoing basis.
This rewarding role will involve working 1:1 with a Year 2 pupil with additional needs. The school is looking for a compassionate, patient and committed individual who can provide consistent support to help the child access learning, develop socially and thrive within the classroom environment.
The Role
- Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 2
- Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
- Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
- Foster a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have proven experience working with children with SEN including autism
- Demonstrate patience, empathy and a calm, caring approach
- Be confident implementing SEN strategies and behaviour support techniques
- Have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- Be reliable, consistent and committed to making a meaningful difference
What the School Offers:
- A welcoming and highly supportive staff team
- Strong leadership and clear SEN provision
- A positive, inclusive ethos
- The opportunity to make a real impact in a child’s educational journey
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking for a stable, ongoing role in a nurturing school setting.
If you have the experience and dedication required, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right role for you, click ‘Apply Now’ or give us a call on 0191 440 9993 to find out more.
Referral Bonus: Know someone who’d be perfect for this role? Refer them to us and earn a £50 bonus if they’re successful!
Who are Education World?
Education World is an education recruitment business renowned for outstanding service by both our supply staff and partners schools alike. We are people-focused-people and are dedicated to connecting educators with the schools and the roles that match their aspirations. We are proud to be working in partnership with schools throughout the North East, supporting them in filling their temporary and permanent vacancies.
Why work for Education World:
- REC Audited Education Status - We're officially recognised for maintaining the highest recruitment standards in education
- Weekly Pay - Always on time, every Friday
- In-house PAYE Only - No umbrella companies, no hidden fees
- Free CPD Opportunities - Upskill with access to a wide range of free professional development online courses
- Rated 4.9 on Trustpilot - Join hundreds of happy educators who've rated us excellent
- Established Reputation - With nearly 20 years in business, we’ve built long-standing relationships with schools and MATS across the UK
- Supportive Team - Dedicated consultants who know your area and your schools - many of whom are former educators themselves
- Candidate First Approach - Your needs, your preferences, your wellbeing - always our priority
- Referral Bonus - refer your educator friends and earn uncapped bonus payments - our way of saying thank you (terms and conditions apply)
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in education and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive safeguarding and compliance checks in line with regulatory requirements and the REC Code of Professional Practice.
Education World is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and fairness throughout our recruitment processes and within the schools we support
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