70 send teaching assistant jobs found in Gateshead

Two Teaching Assistants Needed – Gateshead (near the Angel of the North) Not all TA roles are the same… and this one really matters. We’re working with a welcoming primary school in Gateshead, just a stone’s throw from the Angel of the North, looking for two brilliant Teaching Assistants to join their team. This is a school at the heart of its community, supporting pupils aged 3–11 with a real focus on inclusion and care. These roles are to begin on April 20th and you will work until the summer holidays. There’s a high level of SEND across the school, so they need people who genuinely get it – calm, resilient, and ready to make a difference when it counts. TA Role 1 – Year 1 (1:1 Support, SEMH) You’ll be working closely with a Year 1 pupil who needs consistent, patient support throughout the day. 1:1 support for a child with SEMH needs The pupil can become dysregulated, may lash out or run when in crisis You’ll need to stay calm, think on your feet, and help them feel safe...

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Gateshead Start Date: April 2026 Salary: £500 - £600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you ready to make a real difference? Join a passionate, supportive, and dedicated team in a rewarding role that puts children's futures at the heart of everything you do. If you have a natural ability to inspire, support, and help young people thrive, we want to hear from you! About the School We are partnering with an exceptional specialist school in Gateshead, committed to providing a nurturing, structured environment for children and young people aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. This school is a place where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. What Makes This Role Unique? Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-student ratios, allowing for quality, tailored support. Collaborative, positive working environment, where your...

A welcoming primary school in South Shields is looking for a nurturing SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs, including autism and speech and language difficulties. Location: South Shields Pay: £95–£120 per day Start Date: ASAP The Role: Supporting children in KS1/KS2 with SEND Delivering tailored interventions Encouraging communication and social development Supporting the class teacher with differentiated learning The Ideal Candidate: Experience with SEND (particularly ASD) Patient, empathetic, and proactive Strong teamwork skills Understanding of EHCPs is desirable If you have any questions, apply today and one of our consultants will reach out.  All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to...

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant specialist primary school in County Durham. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make a positive impact in an inclusive and supportive educational environment. You will be working with children whom have profound and multiple learning difficulties, and/or working with pupils diagnosed with autism. The role is to start immediately and will be full-time 8:30-15:30 Monday to Friday, with a view to a permanent position for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and group support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Assist students with learning activities, ensuring they are fully included in lessons. Adapt and modify learning materials to meet the diverse needs of students. Support the development of student's social, emotional, and behavioural skills. Work closely with...

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Darlington Start Date: April 2026 Salary: £500 - £600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you ready to make a real difference? Join a passionate, supportive, and dedicated team in a rewarding role that puts children's futures at the heart of everything you do. If you have a natural ability to inspire, support, and help young people thrive, we want to hear from you! About the School We are partnering with an exceptional specialist school in Darlington, committed to providing a nurturing, structured environment for children and young people aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. This school is a place where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. What Makes This Role Unique? Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-student ratios, allowing for quality, tailored support. Collaborative, positive working environment, where your...

SEND Teaching Assistant – Full Time (Supply) Start Date: April 2026 Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Location: Bedale Agency: Teaching Personnel Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We’re looking for a passionate and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team through a trusted supply agency. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils in a caring, inclusive environment where every day brings new rewards. What you’ll be doing: Supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs, helping them achieve their full potential Assisting with classroom activities and learning interventions Providing personal care when required, always with dignity and respect Working closely with teachers and staff to create a positive learning experience Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development What we’re looking for: Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to help children thrive Adaptable and...

Imagine finishing your day knowing you’ve genuinely helped a child feel more confident. We’re looking for Graduate Teaching Assistants to support SEND pupils in primary schools across Gateshead. If you’re searching for graduate jobs in schools, Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, or rewarding SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this role offers the perfect mix of purpose and progression. Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Term-time only What your day will really look like: • Supporting the teacher in delivering engaging lessons • Working closely with pupils who need extra support • Helping children understand tasks and stay on track • Encouraging independence and confidence • Supporting emotional wellbeing throughout the day • Being part of a positive, welcoming school environment What you’ll bring: • A degree and an interest in working with children • A calm, supportive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A genuine passion for...

SEND Teaching assistant  Durham  Immediate start 8:30-3:30pm Daily rate: £95+ Do you feel comfortable supporting a range of SEND? Do you have an understanding of SEMH? Do you have experience of challenging behaviour?  An opportunity has arisen for a SEN Teaching assistant to work within a SEN school in Durham. To be considered for this position you must have: Experience working with SEN pupils and SEMH pupils  understanding of challenging behaviour Great ability to interact with pupils and keep them engaged In return, TeacherActive will ensure that you are well-supported in this role and aim to provide you with further excellent opportunities in your career. TeacherActive will offer the successful Teaching assistant: A dedicated one to one Consultant amongst a team of friendly Consultants who will work hard to find the perfect role for you Market leading rates of pay with fuss free payments Fantastic recommend a friend scheme, with a choice of amazing gifts! *Terms and...

SEND Teaching Assistant This isn’t your typical classroom role — and we’re not looking for a typical Teaching Assistant. If you’re the kind of person who can stay grounded when things feel chaotic, build trust where it’s been broken, and see behaviour for what it really is — communication — then this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for. Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH school in the Middlesbrough area, and they’re searching for a resilient, compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who’s ready to make a real impact from day one. What makes this role different? This is a setting where: Relationships come before results Patience is more powerful than pressure Small steps forward are celebrated in a big way You won’t just be “supporting learning” — you’ll be helping young people feel safe, understood, and capable again. What your day could look like: Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs Helping students regulate...

SEND Teaching assistant  North Yorkshire  Immediate start 8:30-3:30   Do you have experience Supporting SEND children? Are you comfortable supporting students with PMLD? An opportunity has arisen for a SEN Teaching assistant to work within a SEN setting in North yorskhire  To be considered for this position you must have: Experience working with SEN pupils with PMLD Great ability to interact with pupils and keep them engaged able to control challenging behaviour  In return, TeacherActive will ensure that you are well-supported in this role and aim to provide you with further excellent opportunities in your career. TeacherActive will offer the successful Teaching assistant: A dedicated one to one Consultant amongst a team of friendly Consultants who will work hard to find the perfect role for you Market leading rates of pay with fuss free payments Fantastic recommend a friend scheme, with a choice of amazing gifts! *Terms and Conditions apply* "My name is Antonia and I...

SEND Teaching Assistant - Gateshead (April 2026) Salary: £500 - £600 per week | Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? We're looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join an exceptional specialist school in Gateshead, starting April 2026. This is your chance to work in a truly rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, support, and empower young learners. About the School We are partnering with a leading school in Gateshead that supports students aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school creates a nurturing, inclusive environment where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Why This Role Is Special Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios for tailored, hands-on support. A collaborative, positive working environment where your ideas matter and your growth is...

SEND Teaching Assistant - Newcastle (April 2026) Salary: £500 - £600 per week | Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? We're looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join an exceptional specialist school in Newcastle, starting April 2026. This is your chance to work in a truly rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, support, and empower young learners. About the School We are partnering with a leading school in Newcastle that supports students aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school creates a nurturing, inclusive environment where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Why This Role Is Special Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios for tailored, hands-on support. A collaborative, positive working environment where your ideas matter and your growth is...

SEND Teaching Assistant - Ashington (April 2026) Salary: £500 - £600 per week | Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? We're looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join an exceptional specialist school in Ashington, starting April 2026. This is your chance to work in a truly rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, support, and empower young learners. About the School We are partnering with a leading school in Ashington that supports students aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school creates a nurturing, inclusive environment where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Why This Role Is Special Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios for tailored, hands-on support. A collaborative, positive working environment where your ideas matter and your growth is...

Start date: ASAP 8:30-3:30pm Daily rate: £90- £110 daily rate (dependant on Qualification and Experience) Do you have experience working with SEN pupils? Do you want to work in a positive but challenging environment? An opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a Y5 pupil.  To be considered for this position you must have: Teaching assistant qualification or at least 6 months experience Experience working with SEN pupils Be resilient, firm but fair and show empathy and encouragement  Available full time from September Great ability to interact with pupils and keep them engaged The Role: Full time role, Monday - Friday 8.30am-3.30pm School based in Chester Le Street Working within KS2 Team and SENDCO, supporting a pupil on a 1:1 basis with SEND  Autumn Term Role, with potential to be extended  All of 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...

SEN Teaching Assistants are needed for immediate supply positions for a lovely SEN school we work with in the North Tyneside area. We have positions in this school with children with needs ranging from ASD, MLD, behavioural issues and PMLD/complex needs. Ages of pupils range from Nursery through to 6th form. Roles could vary from whole class supporting roles or providing one to one support to pupils with SEND. The school has two sites close together and you may be asked to move between then over a week wherever support is needed most. Facilities are excellent including a hydrotherapy pool on site and class sizes are very small. Experience in supporting children with any of the above needs would be an advantage but is not essential - a willingness to learn and engage with SEN children is the most important quality we are looking for. Ideally you will hold a level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or above but other qualifications such as a degree in Psychology or Education...

SEN Teaching Assistants are needed for immediate supply positions for a lovely SEN school we work with in the North Tyneside area. We have positions in this school with children with needs ranging from ASD, MLD, behavioural issues and PMLD/complex needs. Ages of pupils range from Nursery through to 6th form. Roles could vary from whole class supporting roles or providing one to one support to pupils with SEND. The school has two sites close together and you may be asked to move between then over a week wherever support is needed most. Facilities are excellent including a hydrotherapy pool on site and class sizes are very small. Experience in supporting children with any of the above needs would be an advantage but is not essential - a willingness to learn and engage with SEN children is the most important quality we are looking for. Ideally you will hold a level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or above but other qualifications such as a degree in Psychology or Education...

A SEN Teaching Assistant is needed for an SEN provision school in the Morpeth area. This full time role is to start as soon as possible and will be ongoing, long term. This lovely school is mixed sex and has supportive and friendly staff and managers. The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant candidate would: * Have a passion supporting the teaching of children with a variety of SEND needs including Autism and some cognitive issues * Have excellent subject knowledge * Be able to organise themselves * Be able to engage with children in a proactive way In addition, you must: • Provide two referees we can contact • Have a DBS form or be prepared to obtain one Please note that the rate of pay will be dependent on the level of Teaching Assistant qualification you have achieved and the amount of experience you have to date. Premier Teachers Ltd is a teacher run agency based in Sunderland. We provide a supply and permanent placement service to schools in the North East and Teesside area....

About 1st Staff 1st Staff Limited is a leading nationwide alternative education provider. We work with children and young people aged 4–25, delivering tailored educational and therapeutic support through highly skilled specialist staff. The Role We are currently seeking a dedicated 1:1 Tutor to support children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the Newcastle area. You will deliver engaging, personalised learning sessions on a one-to-one basis to students who are unable to access mainstream education. This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, caring, and able to build strong, positive relationships with young people. Experience as a Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Tutor, or Mentor is highly desirable. Position Details * Location: Child’s home, local library, or community centre * Role: 1:1 Tutor * Hours: Part-time or full-time * Most referrals are 10–15 hours per week *...

Looking to kickstart your career in education? We’ve got schools across the North East ready to welcome you in. We’re working with a range of supportive and well-run secondary schools across Newcastle, Northumberland, and North Tyneside who are looking for Graduate Teaching Assistants to join them. Whether you’re exploring teaching, educational psychology, or just know you want to work with young people, this is a brilliant place to start. Newcastle | Northumberland | North Tyneside £90 – £110 per day (PAYE) Full-Time | Immediate and Ongoing Roles The Role As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils across KS3 and KS4 in a range of subjects Provide 1:1 and small group support, including students with SEND such as ASD, ADHD, and dyslexia Help students stay focused, engaged, and confident in lessons Work alongside teachers to adapt tasks and resources Build positive relationships that support learning and wellbeing Contribute to a calm, purposeful classroom...

We’re looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Graduate to support pupils at a Primary School for half a day each week, alongside a broader Teaching Assistant role across the rest of the week. It’s a brilliant blend of specialist impact and hands-on classroom support. You’ll be helping pupils build confidence, independence, and access to learning, then staying close to the classroom environment the rest of the week to see that progress in action. What your week could look like Half a day as an OT: Assessing pupils’ needs and creating practical, usable strategies Working closely with staff to embed support into everyday learning Helping children build independence, confidence, and life skills Rest of the week as a TA: Supporting pupils in class, 1:1 and in small groups Bringing your OT insight into real-time support Being that calm, consistent presence pupils rely on What we’re looking for Qualified Occupational Therapist (HCPC registered or...