Sen Teaching Assistant

Role: learning support assistants/ teaching assistants

Location: Newcastle, Northumberland, South shields
Start Date: Immediate start & Easter 2026
Salary: £100 - £130 per day
Shift Patterns: Part-time & Full-time availability

Are you calm, confident and able to maintain a positive atmosphere?
Do you have a strong understanding of SEND and SEMH

⏰ Looking for a role that’s rewarding?

Then you might be exactly who we’re looking for!

At TeacherActive, we’re on the hunt for compassionate, reliable learning support assistants to work with our SEND schools across the North. You’ll be working closely with young people who need a safe, stable environment. Encouraging a positive and engaging learning environment while managing and behaviour challenges within the classroom.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced cover supervisor to join our team, focusing on SEND schools. You will play a vital role in supporting their academic progress and personal development, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve success.

️ What You’ll Need:

✅ A calm, patient approach with a sense of humour
✅ Willingness to learn and adapt in the face of challenges
✅ Experience managing challenging behaviour
✅ Team spirit, emotional resilience, and great communication

✅ Experience of working with SEND
✅ Tailor support style to match the child in question

What You’ll Get:

✨ Free CPD training through our My-Progression platform
✨ A dedicated consultant available when you need them
✨ PAYE pay – no umbrella deductions or hidden fees
✨ Shift patterns to suit your lifestyle
✨ Up to £100 referral bonus for every friend you recommend*

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to be the difference.

Ready to start your next role?

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Email: [email protected]
Call: 0191 580 7888

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.