Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

• County Durham (Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland & Durham)
• £95-£110 per day
• Start: September
• Short/Long term temporary appointments
• Full-time & part-time opportunities available

Due to continued growth and expansion across the North-East, Veritas Education are actively recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support a range of mainstream and specialist provisions across County Durham, including sites in Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland and Durham.

You will be working in specialist settings supporting children and young people with a variety of additional needs, helping them to engage with education in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Support students with a range of needs including Autism, SEMH and complex learning difficulties
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupil progress
• Help create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Who We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from individuals who are:

• Experienced working with children or young people with SEN (desirable)
• Patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships
• Calm and confident supporting pupils with additional needs
• Passionate about making a difference in education

Relevant backgrounds include:

• Teaching Assistants / SEN support staff
• Youth workers or sports coaches
• Care workers / support workers
• Psychology graduates or aspiring teachers

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates (£95-£110 per day)
• Flexible opportunities - full-time and part-time roles available
• Long-term positions with potential to become permanent
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant
• Access to training and CPD opportunities

Why Join Veritas Education?

With strong partnerships across specialist provisions in the North-East, we can offer:

• Access to a wide range of SEN roles across multiple settings
• Consistent, long-term work opportunities
• If you're looking for a rewarding role supporting young people with additional needs and want to secure a position for September - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with Ed Hyland (