SEND Learning Support Assistant – Ferryhill

Could you help a young person see that they can succeed?

A specialist PRU/SEND school in Ferryhill is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work closely with pupils who need additional support to access education.

The role is ideal for someone who is resilient, adaptable and passionate about working with young people, particularly those who may struggle with behaviour, emotional regulation or engagement in the classroom.

Location: Ferryhill
Pay: £92.63–£102 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term

Your role will involve

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions
• Supporting classroom learning and activities
• Building positive relationships with pupils
• Providing reassurance and consistency
• Working closely with teaching staff
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence

What we're looking for

You don't necessarily need to have worked in a PRU before. We're interested in people with experience in roles such as:

Teaching Assistant | Youth Worker | Support Worker | Care Worker | Behaviour Mentor | Psychology Graduate | Aspiring Teacher

Most importantly, you'll need to be resilient and emotionally consistent. Some days may be challenging, so you'll need to remain patient, professional and positive.

Why Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free SEND and behaviour training
• Dedicated consultant
• Long-term opportunities
• Support throughout your placement

If you're ready for a role where your patience, resilience and relationships can genuinely change a young person's experience of school, apply today.

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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