Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

SEND Teaching Assistant | Primary, Secondary & Specialist SEND Schools

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Protocol Education is looking for caring, committed and resilient SEND Teaching Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND schools throughout Durham and the surrounding areas.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence and reach their potential.

You may support students through:

✅ One-to-one learning support

✅ Small group interventions

✅ Communication and social skills development

✅ Emotional regulation strategies

✅ Personalised learning activities

✅ Creating a positive and inclusive environment

No two days are ever the same, but every day offers the chance to have a genuine impact.

Ideal For

• Graduates considering Educational Psychology, Teaching or Therapy professions
• Individuals with care, support work or youth work experience
• Sports coaches and mentors
• Teaching Assistants looking for SEND experience
• Anyone passionate about inclusive education

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Free CPD and SEND-specific training
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Valuable experience within specialist settings

Apply Today

If you want a career where every day matters and every achievement feels rewarding, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Protocol Education and help transform futures through inclusive education.

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Advert 2: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Be The Positive Role Model A Young Person Needs

SEMH Teaching Assistant | Primary, Secondary & Specialist Provisions

Some students need more than academic support.

They need patience. Understanding. Encouragement. Someone who believes in them.

Protocol Education is recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs across Primary, Secondary and SEND settings.

The Opportunity

Many of the pupils you'll support have experienced barriers to learning and require positive relationships, consistency and encouragement to succeed.

Working alongside teachers and pastoral teams, you'll help students:

• Develop confidence and self-esteem
• Improve emotional regulation
• Build positive relationships
• Engage with learning
• Achieve personal and academic goals

Your Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a one-to-one basis
• Building positive professional relationships
• Delivering behaviour and intervention strategies
• Supporting emotional wellbeing
• Encouraging engagement in lessons
• Promoting resilience and independence

We're Looking For People Who Are

✅ Compassionate

✅ Resilient

✅ Calm under pressure

✅ Positive role models

✅ Passionate about supporting young people

Experience in youth work, coaching, mentoring, residential care, mental health support, support work or education is highly desirable but not essential.

Why Work With Protocol Education?

• Flexible work around your lifestyle
• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing CPD and behaviour management training
• Opportunities across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools
• Dedicated consultant support
• Clear progression pathways into education and pastoral careers

Make An Impact

If you want to help young people overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve success, apply today.

Become an SEMH Teaching Assistant with Protocol Education and help change lives every day.

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Advert 3: Graduate SEND TA

Looking For A Career In Education?

Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, social work or child development?

Protocol Education is seeking driven and enthusiastic graduates to support students across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND schools on a flexible supply basis.

This role provides hands-on experience supporting children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs while developing the skills needed for a successful career in education.

Why This Role?

You'll gain experience with:

⭐ Autism (ASC)

⭐ ADHD

⭐ Speech & Language Needs

⭐ SEMH

⭐ Learning Difficulties

⭐ Behaviour Support

⭐ Classroom Practice

⭐ Intervention Delivery

Working across different schools allows you to broaden your experience and discover the area of education you're most passionate about.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one student support
• Assisting teachers in classroom environments
• Supporting SEND and SEMH learners
• Delivering small group interventions
• Encouraging engagement and participation
• Building student confidence and independence

Perfect For Graduates In

• Psychology
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Education Studies
• Childhood Studies
• Health & Social Care
• Sports Coaching
• English
• Maths
• Science
• Any degree discipline

What You'll Gain

✅ Classroom experience

✅ Behaviour management skills

✅ SEND knowledge

✅ Professional development opportunities

✅ Flexible working

✅ Pathways into Teaching, Educational Psychology and SEND careers

Start Your Education Journey

Whether you're exploring teacher training or looking to make a difference while gaining professional experience, Protocol Education can help you take the next step.

Apply today and begin your journey as a Graduate SEND TA with Protocol Education.