Sen Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children and young people with Autism and behavioural needs?

Do you have the patience, resilience and confidence to make a positive impact every day?

Are you looking for a rewarding day-to-day Teaching Assistant role within a specialist SEND school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Sunderland that provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils with Autism and behavioural needs. The school is committed to helping every student develop academically, socially and emotionally through personalised support and a positive approach to learning.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant on a day-to-day basis with an ASAP start. The successful Teaching Assistant will support students with Autism and behavioural needs both inside and outside the classroom, promoting engagement, managing behaviour positively and helping pupils achieve their individual learning goals.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism, SEND or behavioural needs
• A passion for supporting students with additional needs
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• A genuine commitment to helping every student achieve their potential

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
• 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)

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.