Specialist Teaching Assistant

Permanent

part-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference EH-STA_1778079848

Closing date June 6, 2026

Location Durham, United Kingdom

Type

Part-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Specialist Teaching Assistant

As Veritas Education continues to grow across the North East, we are actively recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of special schools across County Durham.

We are offering a variety of opportunities, including daily supply cover, short-term placements, and long-term temporary roles, with immediate starts available.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (desirable but not essential)
• Has previous experience in SEN settings, childcare, or youth work (highly desirable)
• Is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Is reliable, adaptable, and confident working in specialist education environments

What We Offer:

• Pay rates: £95-£105 per day
• A variety of flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to gain further experience within specialist education settings

A DBS registered on the Update Service is required; however, we can assist with this for successful applicants.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact within SEN education and want to work with an agency committed to building strong, local partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply today or contact Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com

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.'