Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

Do you have experience working with students, or are you looking to build a career in education, pastoral care, or SEND support?

We're working with a number of supportive and inclusive secondary schools across Newcastle and the surrounding areas, seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants (Student Support) to join them from September 2026 and sooner. These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' day-to-day school experience, both inside and outside the classroom.

About the role:
As a Teaching Assistant within student support, you will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to provide targeted support to students who may need additional guidance. This could include supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH needs, or those who require help with engagement, behaviour, or emotional wellbeing.

You'll play a key role in helping students access learning, build confidence, and feel supported within the school environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students
• Supporting students with additional needs, including SEND and SEMH
• Assisting in the classroom to help students stay engaged and on task
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting the school's behaviour policies
• Building strong, professional relationships with students and staff
• Supporting students' social, emotional, and academic development
• Reporting progress and any concerns to relevant staff

What's on offer:

• Competitive daily rate
• Full-time roles starting September 2026 (term-time only)
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
• Supportive and inclusive school environments
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a real impact

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with young people (school-based or other settings)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students
• A proactive and adaptable attitude
• Interest in education, pastoral care, or SEND (desirable)

This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals looking to move into education, youth work, or support roles within schools.

If you're looking for a position where you can genuinely support students and be part of a dedicated school team, this is a great opportunity to get started.

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

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

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.