SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference EH-STA-0607_1783348615

Closing date August 6, 2026

Location Darlington, United Kingdom

Type Part-Time

Status Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant

£93-£110 per day | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | September Start

Veritas Education are recruiting for a number of SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils within a specialist independent provision in Stockton-on-Tees from September.

This well-established setting supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, communication difficulties and complex learning needs. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing, structured environment where pupils are supported to achieve both academically and personally.

We have both short-term and long-term opportunities available, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced support staff as well as individuals looking to build a career within SEN education.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assisting with learning, communication and emotional regulation
• Promoting engagement, confidence and independence
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff
• Creating a safe, positive and supportive learning environment

We Are Looking For:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
• SEN, care, support work, youth work or education experience desirable
• Patient, resilient and compassionate individuals
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in a dynamic environment

Compliance Requirements:

• Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS required
• Veritas Education can assist with new DBS is required

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of £95-£110 per day
• Flexible short and long-term opportunities
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Potential for permanent opportunities

If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Ed Hyland at Veritas Education (ehyland@veritas-education.com) to discuss available opportunities for September.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'