Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEND) Location: South Shields Contract: Full-time, Long-term Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £89–£110 per day About the School This is a specialist setting where every child is seen, valued, and supported to shine in their own way. The school community is built on respect, kindness, and a deep belief that education should open doors for all pupils, no matter their starting point. Creativity, resilience, and lifelong learning are at the heart of everything they do. The Role As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEND), you’ll play a key role in creating a calm, nurturing, and structured environment where pupils with complex needs can thrive. You’ll be supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with class teachers and the SEN team to: Lead small group interventions and one-to-one support sessions Adapt resources and activities to meet diverse learning needs Support with communication, behaviour, and emotional regulation strategies Foster independence and confidence in pupils Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to provide joined-up support What We’re Looking For We’d love to hear from you if you: Have experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD or other complex needs Can build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people Bring patience, empathy, and ...