SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Darlington
Location: Darlington
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time
Start Date: ASAP

Inspire Young Minds as a SEN Teaching Assistant!
Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join our excellent Tutoring team to support SEN students on a 1 to 1 basis in Darlington. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:
· Support pupils with challenging behaviour and SEN, both on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
· Manage challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive, and consistent manner.
· Prepare resources for lessons to enhance learning experiences.
· Engage actively with pupils, forming positive rapport and encouraging their learning.

Key Requirements:
· Enhanced DBS check (ideally on the Update Service; we can process a new one if necessary).
· A recognised Childcare-based qualification is preferred, but not essential.
· Strong ability to build relationships and rapport with pupils and staff.
· Resilient, proactive, and positive nature to handle challenges effectively.
· Experience in classroom support is beneficial, though not essential.
· High levels of enthusiasm, energy, and positivity when working with pupils.
· A genuine passion for helping young people fulfil their potential and flourish in their education.

Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to work in a brilliantly supportive, inspiring, and enjoyable environment for both students and staff. You will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children every day.

If you are interested in this role, please apply promptly, please send your CV to ellen.collard@prosperoteaching.com

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.