SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Durham Start Date: April 2026 Salary: £500 - £600 per week Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Are you ready to make a real difference? Join a passionate, supportive, and dedicated team in a rewarding role that puts children's futures at the heart of everything you do. If you have a natural ability to inspire, support, and help young people thrive, we want to hear from you!

About the School

We are partnering with an exceptional specialist school in Durham, committed to providing a nurturing, structured environment for children and young people aged 5-16 with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. This school is a place where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential.

What Makes This Role Unique?

Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-student ratios, allowing for quality, tailored support. Collaborative, positive working environment, where your input is valued, and your professional development is supported. The chance to work in a role that's both emotionally rewarding and professionally fulfilling, making a meaningful impact on pupils' lives. Supportive leadership that genuinely cares about the success and well-being of its staff and students. Your Role as a SEND Teaching Assistant

You'll play a key role in transforming the lives of students with diverse needs, working closely with both the classroom teacher and your students to create an environment where they can truly flourish.

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils, enabling them to engage meaningfully in lessons and activities. Assist in delivering dynamic and engaging lessons tailored to the students' needs. Encourage social, emotional, and behavioural development, acting as a role model and fostering positive relationships. Use your creativity and passion to help students build confidence and become more independent, inside and outside the classroom. What You'll Need to Apply

Right to Work in the UK. Enhanced Child Barred List DBS check registered with the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one). Two professional references related to working with children or young people.Why Choose Prospero Teaching?

We are proud to work with top-tier schools that put both staff and pupils first. As part of our team, you will be supported throughout your journey, with access to excellent career development opportunities and a network of education professionals.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is an employment business/education recruitment agency acting in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in order to fill this position.

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