Autism and Communication Teaching Assistant – Gosforth (Full-Time)

Help learners develop the communication skills and confidence needed to access the world around them.

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time Autism and Communication Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist SEND provision in Gosforth. The setting supports children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition and speech, language and communication needs.

You'll work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support that encourages participation, interaction and independence.

Why work with Protocol Education?

We're committed to supporting professionals who want to make a meaningful difference in specialist education.

You'll receive:

Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
FREE access to our online CPD Academy
Autism and Communication training
Dedicated consultant support
Long-term opportunities
Career development guidance
Wellbeing resources

What you'll be doing

Supporting communication-focused activities
Encouraging social interaction
Assisting with individual learning programmes
Promoting independence and confidence
Supporting sensory regulation strategies
Working alongside specialist professionals
Building positive relationships
Recognising and celebrating progress

What we're looking for

You'll be patient, observant and supportive.

You'll also be:

A clear communicator
Positive and proactive
Adaptable and flexible
Caring and approachable
Passionate about SEND education

Who this role would suit

Psychology Graduates
Speech and Language Graduates
Teaching Assistants
Learning Support Assistants
Healthcare Assistants
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapists

Apply today and help learners find their voice and reach their potential.

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.

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