SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 October 2025 |
| Location: | Darlington, County Durham, DL3 8JA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | eaeeb3f0-a707-4c9a-846a-8444ef81776f |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The ideal candidate will:
• Be passionate about making a positive difference for children who require extra support with their learning.
• Demonstrate confidence, patience, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils with SEND.
• Have a flexible, can-do attitude and be willing to assist in all areas of classroom life.
• Remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Be committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer:
• A wonderful place to work, learn and develop
• Pupils with excellent behaviour and a thirst for knowledge
• Happy and welcoming pupils, staff, governors and parents
• Exciting visions for the future
• Warm, collegiate and supportive environment
• Opportunity to work in collaboration with other schools
• High quality Continuous Professional Development
Further details about the role
While this role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, the successful candidate will also be expected to carry out general Teaching Assistant duties and contribute to extra-curricular activities as needed.
If you are committed to helping every child achieve their best and want to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are welcomed and will take place on Friday 3rd October at 4pm, to book a place on this visit contact Claire Rochester: Claire.Rochester@abbeyschools.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Melrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. Melrose Learning Trust welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
The ideal candidate will:
• Be passionate about making a positive difference for children who require extra support with their learning.
• Demonstrate confidence, patience, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils with SEND.
• Have a flexible, can-do attitude and be willing to assist in all areas of classroom life.
• Remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Be committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer:
• A wonderful place to work, learn and develop
• Pupils with excellent behaviour and a thirst for knowledge
• Happy and welcoming pupils, staff, governors and parents
• Exciting visions for the future
• Warm, collegiate and supportive environment
• Opportunity to work in collaboration with other schools
• High quality Continuous Professional Development
Further details about the role
While this role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, the successful candidate will also be expected to carry out general Teaching Assistant duties and contribute to extra-curricular activities as needed.
If you are committed to helping every child achieve their best and want to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are welcomed and will take place on Friday 3rd October at 4pm, to book a place on this visit contact Claire Rochester: Claire.Rochester@abbeyschools.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Melrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. Melrose Learning Trust welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.