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Teaching Personnel

£95 - 105 per day

Washington

Temporary | Full Time

07/04/2026

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Teaching Personnel are looking to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work on a supply basis in schools across Washington and the surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and are seeking flexible work to fit around other commitments. You may be working one-to-one or in small groups, supporting pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties.

  • Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN to help them access the curriculum
  • Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement support plans
  • Support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally
  • Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
  • Assist with classroom activities and personal care where required
  • Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
  • Previous experience supporting children with SEN (school-based or relevant setting preferred)
  • A caring, patient, and resilient approach
  • Strong communication and team-working skills
  • A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
  • An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Flexible working – choose when and where you work
  • Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE
  • A dedicated consultant who understands your needs and local schools
  • Access to free CPD and training courses, including SEN-specific training
  • Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and settings
  • Potential pathways to long-term or permanent roles

If you are an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible supply work in Washington, we would love to hear from you.

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.
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