KS2 Teaching Assistant with SEN Support

Location: Gosforth
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Fixed Term (1st September 2026 - 17th July 2027)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:45pm (32.5 hours per week)

Education World is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school to recruit a KS2 Teaching Assistant with SEN Support to join their team from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils across Key Stage 2, with a particular focus on working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide high quality classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, and help pupils overcome barriers to learning so they can achieve their full potential.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential).
• Experience supporting children within a primary school, ideally in Key Stage 2.
• Experience working with pupils with SEND, either on a one to one basis or in small groups.
• A patient, caring, and flexible approach to supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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.