SEN Teaching Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-SEN-1809_1789720634
Closing date October 18, 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 (Post-16 Learners)

Help young people build the skills, confidence and independence they need for adult life. This specialist independent school in Stockton-on-Tees provides a highly supportive environment for learners with additional needs, with a strong focus on preparing students for independent living, further education and future employment opportunities.

  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Long-Term Supply Opportunity
  • £95-£105 p/day

    • The Role

    Veritas Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support post-16 learners within a specialist setting. Working alongside experienced staff, you will help students develop practical life skills, confidence, communication and employability skills as they prepare for adulthood.

    Support may include:

  • Independent living and life-skills activities
  • Classroom-based learning
  • Work experience and employability programmes
  • Community-based learning opportunities
  • Social and emotional development

    • Ideal Backgrounds

  • SEN Teaching Assistant
  • Learning Support Assistant
  • Care or Support Worker
  • Youth Worker
  • Psychology or Education Graduate
  • Experience supporting young people with SEND

    • Why Work with Veritas Education?

  • Long-term opportunity within a specialist setting
  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Free CPD and safeguarding training
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
  • Opportunity to gain valuable specialist SEND experience

    • This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people achieve greater independence and successfully transition into adult life.

    Apply today or contact Ed Hyland (ehyland@veritas-education.com) to join a rewarding specialist education setting where every day makes a difference.

    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