Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £93.59 - £100 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SR2 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Sunderland
Start Date: September
Salary: £93.50 - £100 per day
Do you have experience supporting children with complex needs?
Are you patient, resilient and able to create a positive learning environment?
Are you confident supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with welcoming schools in Sunderland who are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs. These schools provide positive and supportive environments where children are encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and engagement with learning.
The schools are looking to take on a SEND Teaching Assistant for day-to-day and long-term supply opportunities from September, working with pupils across Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support children with complex needs, assist with their learning and development and help provide a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:
• Experience working with children with SEND and complex needs
• Experience supporting children within a primary school or similar setting
• Experience working with Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2 pupils
• A patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills
• A flexible and positive attitude
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 £200 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.
If you are interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL: olivia.davies@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0191 580 7888
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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
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.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
