Learning Support Assistant – SEN School

An inclusive specialist provision in Gateshead is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join their experienced team.

Supporting pupils aged 4–16, you will play a key role in helping learners overcome barriers to education while promoting their social, emotional and academic development.

Key Duties:

• Supporting pupils throughout the school day
• Assisting with differentiated learning activities
• Helping pupils develop confidence and resilience
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience in education, care or support work
• A calm and nurturing approach
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Commitment to inclusive education

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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