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You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives! Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us. We are working with Schools and Local Authorities in your area and are looking for Core Subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEND Tutors and Teachers like you to transform the lives of Young People with SEND and SEMH needs in your community! We are looking for SEND Tutors and Teachers with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners – take control of your teaching journey with us and work flexibly, creatively, and in a trauma-informed way to make a difference in your own life and the lives of the young people we support. • Competitive pay: £28 - £35 per hour, • Flexible working: In person, hybrid, and work from home teaching opportunities, • Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule, • CPD and employee mentoring: TES CPD suite and professional mentor access, • SEND Support Team: Support to keep a team around you and the child, • Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources, • Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals, • A Role with Purpose: Join a child-centred company committed to reimagining the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better, • Experience: 2+ years teaching experience, ideally working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD in a holistic and trauma-informed way, • Subjects: Familiarity teaching English, Maths, and/or Science, • Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), • Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references, • Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs, • Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment, • Provide in person, online / remote, and hybridMaths, English, or Science tuition to children, teenagers, and young people with SEMH and SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, and other Additional Educational Needs, • Support pupils and students, ranging from KS1 - KS5 (as appropriate for your skills), referred by local authorities and schools by planning and delivering flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Plan and report for lessons and provide regular feedback on student progress, • We are on a mission to raise the standard of education provided to young people with SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We want you as part of our mission!, • Apply in less than 5 minutes via our mobile and browser optimised application form, • Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis - apply now and start making a difference!, • We welcome tutors from all backgrounds - our learners come from diverse communities and our organisation must reflect and represent their experiences, • We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people, • SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist / Teacher / Tutor, • Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), • Educational Psychologist (EP) Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants.

SEMH Teaching Assistant\n\nPosition: Behaviour Mentor (SEMH)\n Location: Sunderland\n Contract Type: Full Time, Term-time only\n Rate of Pay: £500 - £600 per week \n Working Hours: 08:30 - 16:00\n\nAbout the School:\n\nAre you a compassionate and resilient Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?\n\nWe are proud to be working alongside a supportive and forward-thinking specialist school in Sunderland that is seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join their team. This is a highly rewarding role where you will play a key part in helping pupils build confidence, develop coping strategies, and achieve their full potential in a structured and nurturing environment.\n\nClassroom experience is beneficial but not essential. However, a good understanding of SEN/SEMH needs and the challenges young people may face is important.\n\nIn the role of Behaviour Mentor, you will:\n\nProvide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual student needs.\nSupport pupils in managing their emotions and behaviour, promoting positive choices and engagement in learning.\nWork closely with teaching staff and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support strategies are in place. \n\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n\nExperience supporting children or young people with additional needs (desirable but not essential).\nA calm, patient, and empathetic approach when working with students.\nThe ability to remain adaptable and responsive in a dynamic school setting.\nA collaborative attitude and commitment to contributing positively to the wider school community. \n\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional, child related references covering the last two years. \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. \n\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.\n\nIND-SEN

SEMH Teaching Assistant\n\nPosition: Behaviour Mentor (SEMH)\n Location: Sunderland\n Contract Type: Full Time, Term-time only\n Rate of Pay: £500 - £600 per week\n Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30\n\nAbout the School:\n\nAre you a compassionate and resilient Behaviour Mentor who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?\n\nWe are proud to be working alongside a supportive and forward-thinking specialist school in Sunderland that is seeking a dedicated SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join their team. This is a highly rewarding role where you will play a key part in helping pupils build confidence, develop coping strategies, and achieve their full potential in a structured and nurturing environment.\n\nClassroom experience is beneficial but not essential. However, a good understanding of SEN/SEMH needs and the challenges young people may face is important.\n\nIn the role of Behaviour Mentor, you will:\n\nProvide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual student needs.\nSupport pupils in managing their emotions and behaviour, promoting positive choices and engagement in learning.\nWork closely with teaching staff and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support strategies are in place. \n\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n\nExperience supporting children or young people with additional needs (desirable but not essential).\nA calm, patient, and empathetic approach when working with students.\nThe ability to remain adaptable and responsive in a dynamic school setting.\nA collaborative attitude and commitment to contributing positively to the wider school community. \n\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional, child related references covering the last two years. \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. \n\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.\n\nIND-SEN

Primary Teaching Assistants Needed – Sunderland and Gateshead:\n\nLocation: Sunderland and Gateshead Primary Schools\n\nStart Date: ASAP\n\nJob Type: Full-Time & Part-Time (Long-Term and Short-Term Roles Available)\n\nAgency: Teaching Personnel\n\nAre you a passionate and flexible Teaching Assistant looking to make a difference in primary education? Teaching Personnel has a range of exciting opportunities available across Sunderland, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team!\n\nThe Roles Involve:\n\nSupporting pupils 1:1 and in small group settings\n\n‍ Working alongside class teachers to support full classroom learning\n\nAdapting across various year groups as needed\n\nAssisting children with a range of learning needs – SEND experience is preferred, but not essential\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\nConfident educators who can lead learning activities and support student progress\n\nFlexibility to work across different key stages\n\nA positive, can-do attitude and a genuine passion for helping children succeed\n\nReliable, committed individuals ready to step into rewarding roles\n\nWhat You’ll Get:\n\nA variety of roles in welcoming and inclusive schools\n\nCompetitive weekly pay\n\n‍ Ongoing support from your personal recruitment consultant\n\nOpportunities for professional development and permanent placement\n\nIf you're ready to take the next step in your TA career, we want to hear from you!\n\nApply today and help shape young minds in Gateshead and Sunderland!\n\n Call us on (phone number removed)\n Send your CV to (url removed)\n\nLet’s find the right role for you – your next opportunity is just around the corner!\n\nAll applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.\n\nAll pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.\n\nTeaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.\n\nWe offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.\n\nFor details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

A General Supply Teaching Assistant is required for a good Primary school in Sunderland area. This role requires teaching a range of subjects to KS1 and KS2. This is either a part time or full-time position. The Supply TA role will begin as soon and possible and this will be an ongoing role. The school is mixed sex and has supportive and friendly staff and managers.\nThe ideal candidate would:\n * Have good classroom management skills\n * Have a passion for working as a Teaching Assistant\n * Be able to organise themselves\n * Be able to support effectively as a Teaching Assistant\nAlthough a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is not essential, it is desirable and we can signpost you to training providers to enhance your skills and to provide you with this training. Posts vary from short term to long term, however we require staff that are flexible and willing to learn from experienced staff at the school.\nIn addition, you must:\n• Provide two referees we can contact\n• Have a DBS form or be prepared to obtain one\nPlease note that the rate of pay will be dependent on the level of qualification you have achieved and the amount of experience you have to date.\nPremier Teachers Ltd is a teacher run agency based in Sunderland. We provide a supply and permanent placement service to schools in the North East and Teesside area. We are very friendly, incredibly supportive and we offer training on site or in house to help to move your career on. We ensure that all teachers are compliant with our safeguarding procedures before being placed in our clients schools.\nWe offer a highly efficient service and we are contactable 24/7. You will receive prompt weekly payment and provided requirements are met, statutory sick pay if required.\nTo apply, please email your CV with no gaps in more than 3 months

You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives! Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us. What makes this role right for you: We are working with Schools and Local Authorities in your area and are looking for Core Subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEND Tutors and Teachers like you to transform the lives of Young People with SEND and SEMH needs in your community! We are looking for SEND Tutors and Teachers with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners take control of your teaching journey with us and work flexibly, creatively, and in a trauma-informed way to make a difference in your own life and the lives of the young people we support. The benefits we offer our SEND Tutor and Teachers: • Competitive pay: £28 - £35 per hour, • Flexible working: In person, hybrid, and work from home teaching opportunities, • Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule, • CPD and employee mentoring: TES CPD suite and professional mentor access, • SEND Support Team: Support to keep a team around you and the child, • Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources, • Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals, • A Role with Purpose: Join a child-centred company committed to reimagining the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better SEND Tutor and Teacher role requirements:, • Experience: 2+ years teaching experience, ideally working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD in a holistic and trauma-informed way, • Subjects: Familiarity teaching English, Maths, and/or Science, • Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), • Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references, • Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs, • Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment The SEND Tutor and Teacher role and responsibilities:, • Provide in person, online / remote, and hybridMaths, English, or Science tuition to children, teenagers, and young people with SEMH and SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, and other Additional Educational Needs, • Support pupils and students, ranging from KS1 - KS5 (as appropriate for your skills), referred by local authorities and schools by planning and delivering flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Plan and report for lessons and provide regular feedback on student progress, • We are on a mission to raise the standard of education provided to young people with SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We want you as part of our mission! Applying:, • Apply in less than 5 minutes via our mobile and browser optimised application form, • Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis - apply now and start making a difference!, • We welcome tutors from all backgrounds - our learners come from diverse communities and our organisation must reflect and represent their experiences, • We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people SEND Tutor and Teacher employment status:, • SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist / Teacher / Tutor, • Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), • Educational Psychologist (EP) Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. xrnqpay We aim to respond to all successful applicants.

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to empower students with special educational needs. This rewarding role involves providing personalized support to help students thrive in a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

A dedicated education service in Houghton-le-Spring seeks an Early Years Teaching Assistant for a part-time role. The position offers a competitive pay rate and is aimed at candidates who are enthusiastic about early childhood education.

Nursery Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Location: Washington, NE38 Start Date: After the Easter Holidays Contract: Full-Time, Until the End of the Academic Year Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school located in Washington (NE38). This is a fantastic opportunity to support early years learners in a nurturing environment and make a real impact on their development. Job Description As a Nursery Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the Early Years teaching team to provide high‑quality support, ensure a safe learning environment, and contribute to the social, emotional, and educational development of children aged 3–4. You will help deliver engaging activities, assist with daily routines, and promote positive behaviour and developmental progress. Key Responsibilities Support the class teacher in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Assist with planning, preparing, and delivering age‑appropriate learning activities. Provide individual and small‑group support to children, including those with additional needs. Foster a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment. Monitor and record children’s progress, feeding back to teaching staff where necessary. Support children with personal care routines as required. Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers. Ensure safeguarding and child protection standards are consistently upheld. Requirements for the Role Relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning, Early Years qualification). Paedatric First Aid Qualified Previous experience working with early years or nursery-aged children, ideally in a school setting. Strong understanding of EYFS principles and child development. A caring, patient, and nurturing approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to use initiative and follow direction effectively. A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one). Why Work with Teaching Personnel? Access to a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement. Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE. Opportunities for continued professional development, including free and discounted training courses. A wide range of roles available across primary, secondary, and SEN settings. Support with obtaining and maintaining essential vetting and compliance documents. A well-established agency with strong partnerships with schools across the North East. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Up to £27,528 + Excellent Benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Check out this video on what life as a at Witherslack Group is like! Get out what you put in You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND The transformational effect of Avon Park School is consistently witnessed by parents, carers and professionals alike. The school’s ability to connect and engage with pupils is a result of its strong ethos of “high expectations and aspirations for every child” – and recently achieved an Outstanding rating by Ofsted. All school staff, including teaching, pastoral and therapy, work in a truly collaborative way to ensure each pupil not only develops academically but also emotionally and personally. This ‘whole school’ commitment sees pupils with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s or SEMH grow into capable and confident young people who want to succeed. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Contributory pension (matched up to 5%) Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. 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