SEND Sensory Service
Support Assistant (HI) - 2 posts available
Working Pattern: Term time only, 38 weeks and 5 additional training days
Hours per week: 1 x 37 hours per week, 1 x 30 hours per week
Further Information
Newcastle Sensory Service is seeking to appoint two Support Assistants (HI) to join an enthusiastic team who support the achievements of deaf children and young people, their families, early years settings and schools across the city.
The appointments are to a city-wide Service with the roles initially based in one of the Additionally Resourced Provisions, at either Benton Park Primary School, Broadwood Primary School or Jesmond Park Academy.
The successful candidate will have:
- higher-level teaching assistant standards or hold an equivalent qualification.
- recent experience of working with children and young people with SEND
- the ability to work with parents, other colleagues and relevant professionals.
- understanding of and commitment to inclusive education and an ability to work effectively as part of a multi-agency team
- willingness to achieve at least BSL Level 2
- be an enthusiastic, well motivated and adaptable individual with good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Closing date: Sunday 25 September at 23:59.
Interviews: 7 October 2026
For further information or an informal conversation please contact Rebecca O'Leary, Lead Specialist Teacher (HI),
E-mail: Rebecca.oleary@newcastle.gov.uk
Tel: 07795 015485
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is working in regulated activity. If you are successful we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a check to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s). It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Support Assistant (HI) (2 posts) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Newcastle City Council
Newcastle City Learning (NCL) is an excellent employer that values communication and creativity, offering a supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact the community's educational landscape. With a commitment to employee growth and development, NCL provides opportunities for skill enhancement while fostering a culture of collaboration and respect. Working at either the Heaton Centre or Westgate College, you will enjoy a dynamic atmosphere that prioritises the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, ensuring that your role is both meaningful and rewarding.
