SEN Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

<p>Job Description</p><br>Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.<br><p>You know those moments when a pupil finally “gets it”? That’s what this role is full of.</p><p>We’re supporting a specialist SEN school in South Shields that works with pupils aged 3–16 with a range of needs including autism, speech and language needs, moderate to severe learning difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.</p><p>They’re looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant who brings patience, consistency, and a genuine care for helping young people thrive.</p><p>What your day will look like:</p><p>This isn’t a sit-back-and-observe kind of role. You’ll be right in the middle of things, supporting learning, behaviour, and those all-important breakthrough moments.</p><ul><li>Working across primary and secondary age groups</li><li>Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups</li><li>Helping adapt learning so every pupil can access it in their own way</li><li>Encouraging independence, communication, and confidence</li><li>Supporting routines that help pupils feel safe and settled</li></ul><p>What makes you a great fit:</p><ul><li>Level 2 TA qualification or similar experience</li><li>Experience with SEN, either in schools or similar settings</li><li>Calm, resilient, and able to think on your feet</li><li>Someone who sees potential, not xwzovoh just challenges</li></ul><p>Why people stay in this school:</p><ul><li>Strong team culture, everyone supports each other</li><li>A setting that truly understands SEN, not just talks about it</li><li>Opportunities to grow your skills and confidence</li><li>A real chance to become a permanent member of staff</li></ul><p>If you’re looking for a role where you feel useful, valued, and part of something meaningful, this is it.</p>