This Role is for September 2026 Start Date!
Are you passionate about children receiving the support they need to excel in school and life in general?
If the answer is yes, look no further!
We are working with a fantastic secondary school in Whitley Bay. This school prides itself on offering its students a holistic approach to education.
We are looking for a confident, caring, and personable graduate to join this school’s SEMH specialist provision. As a Graduate SEMH/SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working closely with 3 students in particular who have varying needs. You’ll be providing 1:1 tailored support to each student in their lessons to ensure their needs are met and they have access to informative yet engaging education.
This is a highly rewarding role where you will be making an impact to the lives of students who have social-emotional mental health needs (SEMH) and special education needs (SEN).
Aspiring Teacher?...
This is a great opportunity for aspiring teachers who are keen to explore teaching as you’ll receive support from the school and our pre-teacher training programme throughout. This school is also part of a multi-academy trust that’s committed to supporting new teachers in their journey to becoming qualified… This trust has and a which allows graduates to teach subjects other than their chosen degree. ***Please note there isn’t a guarantee that either of these courses will be available to you upon working in the school.***
What To Expect From This Rewarding Opportunity:
Support children from a range of backgrounds from day one
A sometimes challenging yet extremely rewarding role where you can truly make a positive impact to children’s lives
Gain support throughout your role from the school and our highly praised pre-teacher training programme
Full Time 35 hour working week: Monday – Friday
September 2026 - July 2027
£500 - £530 per week (term time only)
Develop your skills and gain invaluable classroom experience to support you in deciding if teaching is the right career for you
What We Are Looking For:
Hold a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2:2 (Psychology or related subject would be an advantage but not essential)
Experience working with individuals who have SEN and SEMH needs (ideal but not essential)
A confident, personable individual with a genuine passion for supporting children
An empathetic, adaptable and understanding individual who’s able to build strong trusting relationships
Inspiring individual who’s able to encourage and motivate children
Good listener with great problem-solving skills
If this sounds like you I would love to hear from you!
TO APPLY: click ‘Apply’ or email your CV to [email protected]
***Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***
***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £500.00-£530.00 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
