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SEND Teaching Assistant

📍 Location
South Shields
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 04, 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about empowering children and young people to achieve their full potential? We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a caring and supportive specialist school in South Shields that champions independence, resilience and personalised achievement.

What we value:


  • Helping pupils grow academically, socially and emotionally in a positive environment
  • Encouraging independence and self-confidence through tailored support
  • Upholding a culture of Aspiration, Commitment, Manners and Enjoyment
  • Working collaboratively with staff, families and multi-disciplinary teams

  • Key responsibilities:



  • Supporting individual and small group learning tailored to pupils’ additional needs


  • Promoting independence and positive behaviour in and out of the classroom


  • Helping pupils meet personalised targets and celebrate progress


  • Supporting social, ...

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