Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

<p>Job Description</p><br>Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.<br><p>Ready to take the next step and use your experience where it truly makes a difference?</p><p>We’re looking for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in South Shields supporting pupils aged 3–16 with complex needs, including ASD, communication needs, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities.</p><p>This is a full-time position, 9:00am – 3:00pm, offering consistency, structure, and the chance to become a key part of a well-established team.</p><p>Your role:</p><p>You’ll play a vital part in supporting both pupils and staff, bringing confidence, initiative, and a steady presence to the classroom.</p><ul><li>Leading and supporting targeted interventions and small group work</li><li>Providing 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs</li><li>Working closely with teaching staff to adapt lessons and learning materials</li><li>Supporting behaviour through structured, consistent approaches</li><li>Acting as a role model for other support staff and contributing to the wider team</li></ul><p>You may be based in either primary or secondary classes, depending on your experience and where your strengths fit best.</p><p>What you’ll need:</p><ul><li>A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)</li><li>Strong experience working within SEN settings</li><li>Confidence supporting pupils with a range of needs, including autism and SEMH</li><li>A proactive, solution-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent communication skills, xwzovoh with the ability to build trust quickly</li></ul><p>Why this role stands out:</p><ul><li>A school that focuses on the whole child, not just the curriculum</li><li>Opportunities to develop specialist SEN skills</li><li>A supportive leadership team that values experience and input</li><li>Clear pathway to a permanent position</li></ul><p>This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to step into a role where they’re trusted, valued, and able to make a real impact every single day.</p>