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SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posted on: 3 Sep 2026

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£90 - £120 per day Darlington, County Durham
Job title:
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location:
Darlington, County Durham
Start date:
ASAP
Salary:
£90 - £120 per day

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools across Darlington for day to day, short- and long-term supply work.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the educational and personal development of pupils with a range of additional needs.

Whether you have previous SEND experience or are looking to build a career in education, we would love to hear from individuals who are patient, proactive, and committed to supporting every child's success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
  • Assist in the delivery of personalised learning programmes and interventions.
  • Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
  • Encourage engagement, participation, and independence within the classroom.
  • Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents/carers.
  • Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
  • Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
  • Previous SEND experience is advantageous but not essential.
  • A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
  • The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
  • Relevant qualifications or training in education, childcare, health and social care, or SEND support are desirable.
  • An enhanced DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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