SEN Teaching Assistant - Newcastle Upon Tyne Primary

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: West End, Newcastle Role: SEN Teaching Assistant Setting: Primary specialist SEN provision / small-class environment Start Date: ASAP Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday We are looking for an experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in the West End of Newcastle, supporting pupils with complex additional needs, ASD and challenging behaviour. The school works with pupils who require a high level of individualised support. Classes are small, allowing staff to provide focused support and build strong, positive relationships with pupils. The Role You will be supporting pupils across the primary age range with their learning, communication, emotional regulation and behaviour. The role will involve: Providing 1:1 and small-group support within a small-class environment Supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other additional needs Helping pupils regulate their emotions and manage challenging behaviour Following individual behaviour and support plans consistently Encouraging positive behaviour, communication and independence Adapting activities and learning to suit pupils' individual abilities Supporting pupils who may have limited verbal communication or difficulties expressing their needs Using a calm, consistent and patient approach when managing challenging situations Working closely with teachers and other members of the SEN team Supporting pupils with personal care where required Helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing classroom environment The Ideal Candidate We are particularly interested in candidates who have: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or challenging behaviour A calm, patient and consistent approach Strong behaviour-management skills The confidence to work in a setting where pupils may display challenging or distressed behaviour The ability to build positive relationships with pupils who may initially find it difficult to engage Good communication and teamwork skills A genuine interest in helping children with additional needs make progress Previous experience in a specialist SEN school, alternative provision, autism setting or similar environment would be highly beneficial. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with pupils who need additional patience, structure and individualised support and who can remain calm and positive in challenging situations.