Make a Real Difference in Middlesbrough.
Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning? Are you ready to be a positive force in a student s life every single day?
Smart Education is looking to recruit a resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the vibrant and committed team in an alternative SEN provision based In the Middlesbrough area. You'll be working as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist setting with students aged who have a range of additional needs, including SEMH, MLD, ADHD, and BESD.
This is more than just a job it's your chance to make a lasting impact where it's needed most and is a fantastic opportunity for a teaching assistant that thrives in an ever-changing environment that boasts job satisfaction by helping build confidence, independence and the skills they need to succeed.
What You'll Be Doing:
• Supporting students with challenging behaviour in a nurturing, structured environment
• Helping learners grow in confidence, independence, and life skills
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to deliver targeted support
What We re Looking For:
• Experienced working with SEN students in a school, PRU, or alternative provision
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• 6+ months of relevant experience
• A valid Enhanced DBS (Child or Child & Adult Workforce), or willingness to apply
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Ability to work closely with Teachers, Pastoral teams, SENDco s and other external agencies to implement support strategies
What We Offer in Return:
• Competitive weekly pay
• FREE CPD training to boost your career development
• Holiday pay entitlement
• Support from a dedicated consultant who knows your area
• Easy access to transport links & on-site parking
About Us:
Smart Education is a specialist recruitment agency placing passionate education professionals in roles that change lives. We re now expanding into Middlesbrough and we re bringing our high standards and values with us.
Are you ready to be the difference-maker a young person needs?
Apply today and become part of something bigger with Smart Education.