SENd Support Assistant

Job description

Job Description

Be a Hero in the Classroom: Join Us as a SEND Teaching Assistant! Do you want to make a real difference in a child's life? Hello Education is looking for caring, patient and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Teesside. Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, you'll help children and young people build confidence, engage with learning and reach their potential.

From providing one-to-one support to helping with small-group activities, every day is an opportunity to make a difference. What will you be doing? Building relationships: Developing positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encouraging their confidence and independence. Supporting learning: Helping pupils access lessons, activities and learning opportunities. Creating a positive environment: Supporting an inclusive, safe and encouraging classroom.

Supporting behaviour: Responding calmly and consistently to challenging situations and individual needs. Working as a team: Supporting teachers and other school staff to help pupils get the best from their education. What are we looking for? Experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs is desirable. School-based experience is beneficial, but we're happy to consider relevant experience from other settings. A patient, calm and adaptable approach.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships. Reliability, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for supporting children. An enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to obtain one. Why work with Hello Education? Competitive daily pay through PAYE - £95.00 - £105.00 per day Opportunities across Teesside schools, with supply and longer-term roles subject to availability. A dedicated consultant who gets to know you and the type of work you're looking for.

Refer-a-friend rewards through our referral scheme, subject to its terms. A supportive team that values the work you do and the difference you make. Ready to make a difference? If you have the patience, compassion and commitment to help pupils thrive, we'd love to hear from you! Call Tracy on 01642 039888 Email tracy@hello-education.co.uk Apply today and take the next step with Hello Education! Safeguarding Hello Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All workers are subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with relevant guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education . This may include online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. All candidates must have or undertake a valid enhanced DBS check. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for temporary work; in some cases, the opportunity to become permanent may arise at a later date.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Middlesbrough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English