Salary: £400 - 500 per week
Reference: LCgatesTT
Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant
Gateshead
£13.68 per hour
September 2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives?
Do you have a patient, caring, and resilient nature?
Are you ready to begin a rewarding career supporting children with Special Educational Needs?
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant in Nortumberland to join a inclusive and supportive team. No formal qualifications or prior classroom experience are necessary—just a strong willingness to learn and a genuine desire to support pupils with additional needs. Here at Vision we run the National Teaching Assistant Program in order to help individuals start their career in Education without any prior experience.
Requirements

The desired Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant will have;

• A desire and willingness to learn.
• An open mind with a passion for helping children and vulnerable adults.
• An ability to work as part of a team.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment with pupils with emotional and behavioural needs.
• A DBS on the Update Service or a willingness to get one

What we offer

As an Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
• Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
• Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
• Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
• Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
• Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
• You’re Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
If you are already an Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on 0191 229 1386.

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