SEN Teaching Assistant – Support Pupils in Redcar

About the role

We are looking for a calm, compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Redcar schools and Pupil Referral Units. You will help create a safe, structured environment where each child can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, Autism or PMLD on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Assist in managing behaviour and building trust with students.
• Create a calm, structured classroom atmosphere.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver personalised learning plans.

Required profile

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Confidence supporting needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD and challenging behaviours.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• SEN qualification or a care‑based qualification.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential) and references ready for clearance.

Required skills

What we offer

• Immediate start (once references and clearance are sorted).
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella administration.
• Free access to a CPD Academy and optional Thrive training.
• Supportive school teams and a dedicated consultant.
• Inclusive of statutory holiday pay.