Student Support Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-SSA-2811_1764329272
Closing date December 28, 2025
Location Darlington, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Student Support Assistant

Location: Stockton-on-Tees Contract: Full-time, Term-time only + 1 week Salary: Actual £23,000-£25,000 per annum Start Date: January 2026

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Student Support Assistant to join a thriving mixed secondary school (11-16) in Stockton-on-Tees. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people and contributing to a positive school environment. For the right candidate, this role will become permanent.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day support for students, ensuring their welfare and engagement.
  • Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to promote positive behaviour and learning.
  • Communicate confidently with students, parents, and all stakeholders within the school community.
  • Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and promote the welfare of children and young people.

    • What We're Looking For

  • Experience working with children or young people, preferably within an education setting
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

    • Why Join Us?

  • A school that prioritises staff well-being and offers ongoing professional development.
  • Supportive leadership and a positive working environment.
  • Opportunity for a permanent role and career progression.

    • If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and meet the criteria above, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to:

    ehyland@veritas-education.com

    0113 403 2200

    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.'

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