SEN Teaching Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-STA-0709_1788812806
Closing date October 8, 2026
Location Sunderland, United Kingdom. Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Pay £95-£105 p/day

Veritas Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across a highly regarded specialist provision in Newcastle.

We are recruiting for opportunities across a number of specialist settings supporting pupils from Early Years through to Post-16. Roles are available on both a full-time and part-time basis, with opportunities ranging from short-term supply cover to long-term placements.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism.
  • Help students access learning and engage positively in the classroom.
  • Support communication, social development and emotional regulation.
  • Work closely with teachers, therapists and wider support staff.
  • Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

    • We're Looking For

  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, autism, SEMH or additional needs.
  • A patient, resilient and positive approach.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience gained in schools, care settings, youth work, residential care, support work, sports coaching or similar transferable environments is welcomed.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt to individual pupil needs.

    • What We Offer

  • Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities.
  • Short-term, long-term and ongoing placements.
  • Competitive daily rates
  • Free CPD and training opportunities.
  • Weekly PAYE pay.
  • Simple online timesheet process.
  • Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.

    • Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to bring transferable skills into education, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today or contact Ed Hyland (ehyland@veritas-education.com) to discuss current opportunities across specialist autism provisions in Newcastle upon Tyne.

    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