1:1 Early Years SEN Support Worker (Reception) - Warm & Patient

Protocol Education Limited; South Shields; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a patient and nurturing SEN Support Worker to join a specialist school in South Shields, providing 1:1 support to a Reception pupil. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with potential progression to a permanent 8:00am-4:00pm contract.

The successful candidate will build routines, establish trust, and respond calmly to distress, requiring empathy, patience and understanding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Reception child to aid comfort and engagement.
• Help the child establish daily routines and a sense of trust within the setting.
• Monitor progress and behaviour, and report to school staff as required.
• Maintain a calm, empathetic approach to challenging situations.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Relationship building

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a patient and nurturing SEN Support Worker to join a specialist school in South Shields, providing 1:1 support to a Reception pupil. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with potential progression to a permanent 8:00am-4:00pm contract.

The successful candidate will build routines, establish trust, and respond calmly to distress, requiring empathy, patience and understanding.