Back to search
Contract Type: 30 hours per week, 6 month fixed term contract with view to extendStart Date: ASAPLocation: NewcastleSalary: £85 per day, 5 days a week Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Term Time Only)
Are you an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant ready for your next exciting challenge? A wonderful Secondary school in Newcastle are looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. You’ll be supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as other learning difficulties such as Downsyndrome, global delay and ADHD.
About the School:
This welcoming and inclusive school provides an inspiring environment for students. The school is known for its inclusive community and nurturing atmosphere, where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. With a well-established SEN needs department and a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support, the school fosters an environment where students thrive.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support students with ASD on a 1:1 and small group basis.
- Implement personalised learning strategies for student that may be distant and hard to engage
- Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to create an inclusive classroom environment.
- Use visual aids, Makaton, or PECS to support communication.
- Encourage independence, build confidence, and manage behaviour in a positive and supportive way.
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with children with SEN, particularly ASD. We welcome applicants from outside of education with transferrable skills such as residential childcare workers or carers.
- Approaches challenges with patience, understanding, and resilience.
- Is enthusiastic and proactive in helping young learners succeed.
- Can build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Holds a valid DBS check (or is happy to obtain one).
What We Offer:
- A supportive and experienced SEN team to guide and inspire you.
- A well-resourced learning environment with specialist SEN provisions.
- Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
- A warm, collaborative, and inclusive school community.
- Convenient on-site parking and easy transport links.
- Weekly pay run, no weekends, and all school holidays off as annual leave.
How to Apply:
We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your CV to Kyle Johnston or visit our website and apply online at CloudStone | Education Services (cloud-stone.co.uk).
About Us:
CloudStone Education Services focuses solely on non-teaching roles within schools and universities across London and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on providing high standards for candidates, schools, and universities alike.
