Location
gateshead, england, United-Kingdom
Posted
May 31, 2026
Job Description
Some young people don’t need fixing, they just need someone who shows up, stays patient, and believes in them on the tough days too.
We’re looking for a caring and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist school in Gateshead. You’ll be working 1:1 with students who need consistency, structure, and someone firmly in their corner.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting pupils with EHCPs through tailored, day‑to‑day learning support
- Helping children and young people reconnect with education
- Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour, and communication needs
- Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to create calm, positive routines
About the pupils:
You’ll support a mix of primary and secondary‑aged students with needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and speech & language difficulties. Many of these pupils have struggled in mainstream settings and thrive with pati...