1:1 SEND Support Assistant – Calm Behaviour Mentor

Protocol Education; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE payments

Free CPD and training

Dedicated education consultant

Specialist SEND opportunities

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Ongoing support

Job summary

Protocol Education seeks a dedicated 1:1 Behaviour & SEND Support Assistant for a SEND primary pupil in Gateshead. The role focuses on behaviour support, emotional regulation and engagement to help the child access learning.

Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Education or related subjects, with a patient and resilient approach. DBS checks and safeguarding training are required; this is a temporary position with ongoing SEND opportunities.

Qualifications

• Candidate is a graduate or experienced in supporting behaviour and SEND in a primary setting.
• Experience with children or young people is beneficial but not essential.
• All applicants require safeguarding checks and training as per DfE guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil throughout the school day.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation during lessons.
• Support learning and engagement through classroom activities.
• Help manage challenging or dysregulated behaviour calmly and safely.
• Develop a trusting relationship with the pupil and work with teachers.

Skills

Patience

Emotional resilience

Calm under pressure

Boundaries

Compassion

Empathy

Child communication

Relationship building

SEND interest

Education

Graduate in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, Criminology or related subjects

Job description

Protocol Education seeks a dedicated 1:1 Behaviour & SEND Support Assistant for a SEND primary pupil in Gateshead. The role focuses on behaviour support, emotional regulation and engagement to help the child access learning.

Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Education or related subjects, with a patient and resilient approach. DBS checks and safeguarding training are required; this is a temporary position with ongoing SEND opportunities.