Occupational Therapy Graduate – SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Ferryhill
Role: SEND Learning Support Assistant
Setting: Primary School
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full Time

Could your Occupational Therapy knowledge help a child thrive in the classroom?

A welcoming primary school in Ferryhill is looking for an Occupational Therapy graduate to join their team as a SEND Learning Support Assistant, supporting children across EYFS and KS1.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an OT graduate looking to gain valuable hands-on experience working with children and applying their knowledge within an educational setting.

The Role

You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them feel confident, included and ready to learn.

• Support children with SEND throughout the school day.
• Assist with sensory, fine motor and developmental activities.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Support pupils with communication and engagement.
• Help implement strategies recommended by external professionals.
• Work alongside teachers and other support staff.
• Help children access learning and participate positively in school life.

We're Looking For

• A degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Good knowledge of child development and SEND.
• A caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• A genuine interest in supporting children to reach their potential.

Why This Role?

This role offers the opportunity to put your Occupational Therapy knowledge into practice while gaining valuable experience within a primary school environment.

Why Protocol Education?

Protocol Education offers graduates the opportunity to gain meaningful experience within education and develop their skills while making a genuine difference to children.

Safeguarding: All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with DfE guidance.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today for an immediate start.

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.

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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.

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