Senior Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Whickham

• Post: Senior Teaching Assistant - SEMH
• Salary Grade: G (£32,061 - £34,434)
• Start Date: September 2026
• Responsible to: SENDCo
• Application deadline: 9am Monday 8th June

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, motivated and dedicated SEND Senior Teaching Assistant to lead on a specific area of SEND and work in partnership with teaching and other SEND Team staff. You will support the learning, engagement and progress of SEND pupils in a range of contexts. We have recently undertaken a restructuring of our SEND provision, and the successful candidate will work in an exciting, fast-paced, highly motivated yet supportive environment. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards for behaviour, engagement and academic outcomes. At Whickham School, we value all of our pupils and ensure that they are seen as individuals with differing interests, knowledge, skills and needs. We have an inclusive ethos and strive to increase the learning and participation of all pupils, ensuring access to an appropriate curriculum.

• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential, with an understanding of the barriers some students face in education.
• A positive team player who can build strong relationships with students, staff and families, while working collaboratively within a classroom environment.
• Confident in delivering targeted support and interventions for students at risk of underachieving, using effective learning strategies and ICT skills.
• Calm, proactive and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and respond positively to challenges.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and maintaining high standards to improve outcomes and life chances for all students.
• Qualified to Level 3 or above, with experience of working with young people and a willingness to continue learning and developing professionally.

Application Forms should be submitted to by 9am on Monday 8th June. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 18th June.