SEND Teaching Assistant

We're Hiring: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Northallerton (Start January)
Are you a compassionate and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference? A warm and inclusive primary school in Northallerton is seeking a dedicated TA to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex needs, including mobility and medical requirements.

Start Date: January 2026 (or January start – adjust as needed)
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing 1:1 support for a pupil with complex SEND needs

• Assisting with personal care, including wheelchair transfers and PEG feeding

• Supporting learning and social development in a nurturing environment

• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised support

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children with complex SEND needs

• Confident with personal care routines and medical support (e.g. PEG feeding)

• Patient, empathetic, and able to build strong, trusting relationships

• Relevant SEND or Teaching Assistant qualification preferred

• A team player with excellent communication and adaptability

Why Join Us?

• Specialist training and ongoing CPD opportunities

• A supportive and understanding school team

• The chance to make a genuine, daily impact in a child’s life

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.
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