Part time Teaching Assistant

Location: WN8 and surrounding areas

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: ASAP / Flexible

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils across a range of SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) schools in the WN8 area.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work across different settings, supporting students with additional needs to help them access education, develop social skills, and reach their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN/SEMH needs
• Assist the class teacher with delivering tailored learning activities
• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social challenges
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and external professionals
• Adapt to working in different school settings as required

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based or similar)
• Understanding of SEN and/or SEMH needs (preferred but not essential)
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Flexibility to work across multiple schools in the WN8 area
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent)
• Experience with autism, ADHD, or challenging behaviour
• Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)

• Flexible part-time working to suit your availability
• Opportunity to gain experience across a range of specialist settings
• Ongoing support and guidance from your consultant/team
• Competitive pay rates

This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives. Every day is different, and your support can have a lasting impact on students who need it most.

Please submit your CV or get in touch today to discuss the role further.

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.

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