Specialist Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Part Time |
| Location | Darlington, County Durham |
| Area | Darlington, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Support Staff |
| Salary | £95 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | September |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | EH-STA-2006_1781855769 |
| Job Views | 3 |
- Description
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Long-Term Temporary | Full-Time or Part-Time
Start September 2026
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to support young people in a nurturing educational setting in Darlington. This provision offers a structured, pupil-focused environment with small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and a commitment to helping students overcome barriers to learning.
The Role:
- Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis
- Assisting with learning, emotional regulation and behaviour support
- Working closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions
About You:
- Experience supporting young people with ASD, SEMH, trauma, anxiety or ADHD is highly advantageous
- Patient, resilient and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What We Offer:
- Flexible full-time or part-time hours
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Support with DBS (update service preferred, but we can assist)
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and rewarding setting.
Please apply today or contact Ed Hyland at Veritas Education - ehyland@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- 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
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
