Sen Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
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| Salary: | £14.25 to £16.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NE63 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Ashington
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £95 - £110 per day
Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time and Part-time
Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children and young people with additional learning needs?
Do you have experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils who require additional guidance in the classroom?
Are you patient, resilient and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in Ashington, supporting children and young people across Key Stage 1 / KS1 through to Key Stage 4 / KS4. The school provides a supportive learning environment where pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND can develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities through individualised learning and consistent support.
The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be responsible for providing 1:1 and small group support, assisting teachers with classroom activities, adapting learning resources to meet individual needs and helping pupils remain engaged in their learning.
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
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A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
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Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND
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Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils
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Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to support pupils with varying learning needs
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
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A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process
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CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
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Market leading rates of pay
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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.
If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Ashington, then click
APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL:
Luke.Jacob@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
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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