Job description
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: South Shields
Salary: £90 – £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time | Part-time | Long-term & Day-to-day
Are you a caring and committed individual with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
GSL Education are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work in primary, secondary, and specialist schools across South Shields. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting pupils with additional learning needs to access education and achieve positive outcomes.
About the Role:
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and physical or sensory needs. You will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEND
* Support pupils’ learning, communication, and independence
* Assist with implementing EHCP targets and support strategies
* Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and wellbeing
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff
* Maintain safeguarding and school policies at all times
Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people with SEND (desirable)
* Patient, compassionate, and resilient approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
* Reliable, flexible, and committed to inclusive education
* No formal teaching qualification required
* An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one with GSL Education
Why Choose GSL Education?
* Competitive daily pay rates (£90–£115 per day)
* Flexible working options to suit your availability
* Opportunities across supportive and inclusive schools
* Ongoing support from experienced and dedicated consultants
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEND Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.