Specialist Teaching Assistant

Job Description

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Specialist Teaching Assistant

As Veritas Education continues to grow across the North East, we are actively recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of special schools across County Durham.

We are offering a variety of opportunities, including daily supply cover, short-term placements, and long-term temporary roles, with immediate starts available.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (desirable but not essential)
• Has previous experience in SEN settings, childcare, or youth work (highly desirable)
• Is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Is reliable, adaptable, and confident working in specialist education environments

What We Offer:

• Pay rates: £95-£105 per day
• A variety of flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to gain further experience within specialist education settings xwzovoh

A DBS registered on the Update Service is required; however, we can assist with this for successful applicants.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact within SEN education and want to work with an agency committed to building strong, local partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply today or contact Ed Hyland at