Teaching Assistant – Classroom Support & Routine Help Location: Sunderland / Peterlee area Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time + Training Days Start: ASAP Pay: Strong daily rateAre you compassionate, reliable and ready to support pupils with Autism and complex needs in the classroom? This role focuses on practical classroom support, routine help and encouraging learners to engage with curriculum activities. SchroleYour responsibilities Support pupils during lessons to maintain focus and engagement Escort pupils through transitions and routines safely Assist with reinforcement of learning tasks Monitor pupils’ responses and communicate observations Work closely with teachers and senior staff Essential qualities Experience supporting learners in any educational or care setting A positive, calm and helpful approach Clear communication and willingness to learn TA qualification desirable but not essential Why you’ll enjoy this Great introduction to specialist education settings Training and ongoing support provided Opportunity to make a real difference in everyday learning Apply now if you’re ready to get stuck in and support learners meaningfully!All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.