Job Description

Job Title: Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: South Shields
Salary Range: 13.68 per hour
Start time: September 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs? Do you want to make a real difference in a small, nurturing classroom environment?
A supportive school in South Shields is seeking a Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, supporting a small class of pupils with moderate to severe needs. The position is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the development and well-being of children who need it most.
Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of learning and developmental needs.
• Assist the class teacher in creating a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Support with personal care, communication, behaviour, and engagement strategies as required.
• Help with lesson preparation, classroom resources, and ongoing assessments.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence and build confidence both academically and socially.

Requirements:

• MUST hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification - essential.
• Experience working with children with special educational needs (moderate to severe needs).
• Patience, empathy, and a calm, positive approach to challenges.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate 'Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)' ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in South Shields.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the 'Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)' role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.