Job Description

Empowering Learning is currently seeking enthusiastic, caring, and committed SEN Learning Support Assistants to work within a range of mainstream schools, specialist provisions, and alternative education settings across Gateshead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs, helping them to access education, build confidence, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs
• Support learners with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and wellbeing
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
• Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals

Candidates who:

• Have experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, residential care, or support settings
• Are patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can build positive relationships and adapt to individual learning needs
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential
• Previous SEN experience is highly advantageous
• Graduates considering careers in education, psychology, social work, counselling, or therapy are encouraged to apply

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Long-term, short-term, and permanent positions available
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to work across a variety of educational settings throughout Gateshead

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to provide satisfactory professional references
• Right to work in the UK

Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.