13 send teaching assistant jobs found in Sunderland

SEND Teaching Assistant Job Title: Primary SEND Teaching Assistant Area: South Shields Start Date: April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Salary: £500- £600 per week Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School: Are you a dedicated teaching assistant who's motivated to support young people and make a meaningful impact as a positive influence in their lives? We're partnering with a well-respected specialist school in South Shields that offers a safe, structured, and nurturing setting for pupils aged 11-19. The school supports children and young people with Autism, ADHD, mild to severe learning disabilities, and related social, emotional, and mental health needs. Renowned for its inclusive and supportive ethos, the school brings together a collaborative multi-disciplinary team to deliver a personalised curriculum that strengthens both academic progress and emotional development. With small class sizes, excellent staff-to-student ratios, and...

Primary 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...

SEND Teaching Assistant Job Title: Primary SEND Teaching Assistant Area: Gateshead Start Date: April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Salary: £500- £600 per week Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School: Are you a dedicated teaching assistant who's motivated to support young people and make a meaningful impact as a positive influence in their lives? We're partnering with a well-respected specialist school in Gateshead that offers a safe, structured, and nurturing setting for pupils aged 5-16. The school supports children and young people with Autism, ADHD, mild to severe learning disabilities, and related social, emotional, and mental health needs. Renowned for its inclusive and supportive ethos, the school brings together a collaborative multi-disciplinary team to deliver a personalised curriculum that strengthens both academic progress and emotional development. With small class sizes, excellent staff-to-student ratios, and a...

re you eager to explore a rewarding career in teaching but lack school experience? Our Graduates into Teaching Pathway offers the perfect opportunity to gain valuable paid experience as a Teaching Assistant in schools across Sunderland and the surrounding areas. What We Offer * Paid Experience: Enjoy at least 3 months and up to one year of paid experience as a Teaching Assistant. This allows you to observe great teaching and discover the intricacies of the teaching profession while earning. * Ongoing Support: Benefit from free training and continuous support from our experienced team, including the opportunity to attain an accredited level 2 qualification. * No Joining Fees: Joining our programme comes with no hidden costs or fees, ensuring a hassle-free experience from the start. * Make an Impact: Have an immediate impact on children's lives by supporting their learning and development in a school environment. * Personalised Support: We'll work closely with you to create...

1st Staff Limited are one of the leading alternative providers working nationwide with specialist staff helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs. The Role 1st Staff are looking for a Tutor to work with children with a range of SEN in Newcastle and the surrounding areas. The role will be to deliver sessions on a 1:1 basis to young people unable to attend mainstream education. The ideal candidate would have a caring and friendly nature allowing them to build a rapport with the young person. Experience as a Teacher, Teaching Assistant or Mentor would also be beneficial. Position Details *Location - Child's home, Local library or Community Centre *Position - 1:1 Tutor *Hours - Part-time or Full-time - Most referrals are between 10-15h/week. Tutors looking for a full-time role would usually work with multiple students. *Start date - ASAP *Subjects - English & Maths Experience Required: * Working with a range of SEN * Able to plan and...

Job Title: Actor/Actress Area: Gateshead Start Date: April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Salary: £500-£600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School Are you an outgoing and compassionate individual with a passion performing arts, who also want to support children with Special Educational Needs? We are working alongside a welcoming and inclusive school in Gateshead that is seeking a committed Special Needs Assistant to join its supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who require additional support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Special Needs Assistant - Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN needs * Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH * Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support plans * Encourage...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Gateshead Start Date: April 2026 Job Type: Full-time Salary: £90- £110 a day (experience dependent) Are you passionate about supporting students in their learning journey? Do you want to make a real difference in the world? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to support in welcoming and inclusive schools across Gateshead. Here, you will be supporting pupils with additional needs in the classroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping students reach their full potential! The Role: Providing small group, and 1:1 support to SEND students Assisting the class teacher with any student learning support Helping pupils achieve socially and academically Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous teaching experience working with SEN children (desired but not essential) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Patience and...

Prospero Teaching is looking for passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational Primary Schools across in Sunderland on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development. About the Role: The role will involve supporting pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups. The different types of SEN that pupils have may include ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and PMLD. The role will also involve delivering intervention sessions to small groups of pupils to boost their understanding and progress A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this. The role will also involve supporting across the...

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Location: South Shields Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Start Date: April 2026 Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 Pay Rate: £500 - £600 per week About the Role We are seeking a confident and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant / HLTA to join a welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in South Shields. This is a long-term opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils' academic progress and personal development. The successful candidate must be confident leading lessons and delivering learning to whole classes when required, making this an excellent opportunity for an aspiring teacher or an ECT looking to gain further classroom experience in a supportive setting. You will work across the primary age range, supporting whole class learning as well as delivering targeted interventions. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and collaborative staff team - offering a fantastic environment to grow professionally...

Are you eager to explore a rewarding career in teaching but lack school experience? Our Graduates into Teaching Pathway offers the perfect opportunity to gain valuable paid experience as a Teaching Assistant in schools in the South Tyneside and the surrounding areas. We have one SEN school in this area particularly keen to hear from Graduate Teaching Assistants for their roles. What We Offer * Paid Experience: Enjoy at least 3 months and up to one year of paid experience as a Teaching Assistant. This allows you to observe great teaching and discover the intricacies of the teaching profession while earning. * Ongoing Support: Benefit from free training and continuous support from our experienced team, including the opportunity to attain an accredited level 2 qualification. * No Joining Fees: Joining our programme comes with no hidden costs or fees, ensuring a hassle-free experience from the start. * Make an Impact: Have an immediate impact on children's lives by...

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Location: Gateshead Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Start Date: April 2026 Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 Pay Rate: £500 - £600 per week About the Role We are seeking a confident and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant / HLTA to join a welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Gateshead. This is a long-term opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils' academic progress and personal development. The successful candidate must be confident leading lessons and delivering learning to whole classes when required, making this an excellent opportunity for an aspiring teacher or an ECT looking to gain further classroom experience in a supportive setting. You will work across the primary age range, supporting whole class learning as well as delivering targeted interventions. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and collaborative staff team - offering a fantastic environment to grow professionally while...

KS1 Teacher Needed – Gateshead | Long-Term Role | Start After Easter Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated KS1 Teacher for a welcoming primary school in Gateshead. This is a long-term opportunity starting after the Easter break, running until the end of the academic year, with the potential to continue into September for the right candidate. The Role: Teaching within Key Stage 1 Full-time position starting after Easter Long-term placement until July, with possible extension into the new academic year Planning, preparation, and assessment responsibilities included Pay: £650 – £750 per week Paid weekly Rate dependent on experience and qualifications The Ideal Candidate Will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent Have experience teaching within KS1 Be enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to supporting pupil progress Be available for a long-term role...

Behaviour Mentor – Gateshead Secondary Schools Contract: Full time Start: April 2026 Pay: £95 - £100 per day Location: Gateshead secondary schools Teaching Personnel is seeking committed and resilient Behaviour Mentors to provide targeted support to pupils presenting behavioural challenges in Gateshead secondary schools. This role involves working closely with the SENCo and teaching staff to deliver structured interventions that promote emotional regulation, engagement, and positive behaviour. What you'll be doing: Delivering short term behaviour interventions to identified pupils Providing consistent 1:1 and small group support Assisting pupils in developing positive behaviour strategies Working collaboratively with SEN and pastoral teams Following whole school behaviour and safeguarding protocols You need: Experience supporting children or young people with behavioural needs Confidence in delivering structured behavioural support Calm, patient and professional under...