SEND Teaching Assistant – Longbenton (Full-Time)

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Longbenton. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD and moderate learning difficulties. Every day is different, but one thing stays the same, you'll be helping children build confidence, develop independence and enjoy learning in an environment where every achievement is celebrated.

Why work with Protocol Education?

Finding the right role shouldn't feel like a leap in the dark. We'll get to know you, understand what you're looking for and match you with a school where you'll feel supported from day one.

When you join Protocol Education, you'll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• A dedicated consultant who genuinely listens
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND and specialist settings
• Streamlined registration and local placements
• Referral scheme where you can earn rewards for recommending friends

What you'll be doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping learners access lessons through tailored support
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Supporting communication, confidence and independence
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and SEND professionals
• Adapting classroom resources where needed
• Celebrating every success, big or small

What we're looking for

You'll be someone who enjoys helping others and believes every child deserves the chance to succeed.

You'll also be:

• Patient, caring and approachable
• Calm under pressure
• A confident communicator
• Reliable and proactive
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

Experience in education, care, coaching or youth work is welcomed but not essential.

Who this role would suit

• Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Support Workers
• Youth Workers
• Psychology Graduates

Apply today and let's find you a role that makes Mondays feel good again.

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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