Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistants – Sunderland Schools

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with special educational needs across a range of schools in Sunderland.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people by providing tailored support both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with a variety of special educational needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
• Work closely with teachers to deliver personalised learning plans
• Provide one-to-one and small group support
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not required

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive school environments

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our network of schools across Sunderland.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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 make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.