SEN Teaching Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-STA-0406_1780642812
Closing date July 5, 2026
Location Darlington, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant

  • County Durham (Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland & Durham)
  • £95-£110 per day
  • Start: September (or sooner in some cases)
  • Short/Long term temporary appointments
  • Full-time & part-time opportunities available

    • Due to continued growth and expansion across the North-East, Veritas Education are actively recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support a range of mainstream and specialist provisions across County Durham, including sites in Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland and Durham.

    You will be working in specialist settings supporting children and young people with a variety of additional needs, helping them to engage with education in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

    The Role

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs
  • Support students with a range of needs including Autism, SEMH and complex learning difficulties
  • Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation
  • Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupil progress
  • Help create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

    • Who We're Looking For

    We are keen to hear from individuals who are:

  • Experienced working with children or young people with SEN (desirable)
  • Patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships
  • Calm and confident supporting pupils with additional needs
  • Passionate about making a difference in education

    • Relevant backgrounds include:

  • Teaching Assistants / SEN support staff
  • Youth workers or sports coaches
  • Care workers / support workers
  • Psychology graduates or aspiring teachers

    • What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rates (£95-£110 per day)
  • Flexible opportunities - full-time and part-time roles available
  • Long-term positions with potential to become permanent
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant
  • Access to training and CPD opportunities

    • Why Join Veritas Education?

    With strong partnerships across specialist provisions in the North-East, we can offer:

  • Access to a wide range of SEN roles across multiple settings
  • Consistent, long-term work opportunities
  • If you're looking for a rewarding role supporting young people with additional needs and want to secure a position for September - we'd love to hear from you.

    • Apply today or get in touch with Ed Hyland (ehyland@veritas-education.com) at Veritas Education for more information.

    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.'

    Apply now