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Tyne and Wear

SEND Support jobs in Sunderland.

Demand for SEND expertise has grown faster than any other area of education staffing, across special schools, resourced provision and alternative provision. Actionus places SEND teachers, learning support assistants and behaviour specialists into supply, long-term and permanent roles.

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Hiring in Sunderland

What the Sunderland market looks like.

Sunderland and South Tyneside operate as one trust with services deliberately split between the two sites, so many roles involve working across both. The wider North East system is well connected by road and Metro, widening the practical travel radius.

Major employers in Tyne and Wear

  • —South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
  • —County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Sunderland City Council adult social care

Also covering

South Shields · Washington · Durham · Gateshead · Seaham · Newcastle upon Tyne

Typical settings

  • Special schools
  • Resourced provision and units
  • Alternative provision
  • Mainstream inclusion teams

Common specialities

  • Autism
  • SEMH
  • PMLD and SLD
  • Behaviour support
  • EHCP delivery
  • Speech and communication support

Questions

SEND Support work in Sunderland, answered.

What send support jobs are available in Sunderland?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent send support roles across Sunderland and the wider Tyne and Wear area, including special schools, resourced provision and units, alternative provision. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire SEND practitioners in Sunderland?
Actionus works with education employers across Sunderland and the wider Tyne and Wear area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring SEND practitioners.
What registration do I need to work as a send support professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Sunderland?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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