SEN Teaching Assistant (EYFS / KS1)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (EYFS / KS1) – Ad Hoc & Long-Term Roles
Location: Gateshead
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday–Friday, term time)

About the Role:
We are an education recruitment agency working in partnership with SEN schools across North East, and we are currently recruiting EYFS / KS1 SEN Teaching Assistants for both ad-hoc (supply) and long-term roles.
You will be supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs within specialist SEN school settings, helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN
• Support children with learning, communication, and emotional needs
• Assist with personal care where required
• Implement behaviour and support strategies set by the school
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff

Requirements:

• Experience working with children in EYFS and/or KS1
• Previous experience in SEN schools or specialist settings (preferred)
• Experience supporting needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, or SEMH (desirable)
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through the agency)

What We Offer:

• Flexible ad-hoc supply work and long-term placements
• Consistent hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Opportunities to work in specialist SEN schools across North East
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to SEN-focused training and CPD

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role please email Rachael.chapman @ednetwork.co.uk with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on 0191 823 97 52 for an informal chat about opportunities. 
 
The Education Network Offer: 
Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career. 
You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth. 
 
The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance. 
We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days. 
 
Data Privacy and Processing 
By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.