1:1 SEND Support Assistant for Autism & Regulation

Protocol Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay through PAYE

Free CPD and SEND training

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity for long-term placement

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a SEND Support Assistant for a Year 1 pupil with Autism at a primary school in Newcastle. The role is long-term, full-time, and involves hands-on, proactive support to help the pupil remain engaged and regulate emotions throughout the day.

You will work closely with the pupil, applying calming strategies, managing transitions, and supporting learning and routines while assisting the teacher as needed.

Qualifications

• A psychology background OR experience supporting children/adults with Autism.
• Experience OR an interest in behaviour support, mentoring, youth work, care work, or SEN settings.
• A calm, patient approach and the ability to stay professional when behaviour becomes challenging.
• Confidence using strategies to support emotional regulation and de-escalation.
• Reliability and commitment, as consistency is key for the pupil.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 1 pupil with Autism throughout the school day.
• Implement calming strategies and structured support to manage sensory overload and anxiety.
• Support with transitions (lining up, moving between lessons, breaks) to minimise disruption.
• Use clear boundaries and de-escalation techniques to prevent behaviours from escalating.
• Assist the class teacher and wider classroom as needed while keeping focus on the pupil.

Skills

1:1 support

emotional regulation

de-escalation techniques

communication with children

Education

Psychology degree or equivalent

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a SEND Support Assistant for a Year 1 pupil with Autism at a primary school in Newcastle. The role is long-term, full-time, and involves hands-on, proactive support to help the pupil remain engaged and regulate emotions throughout the day.

You will work closely with the pupil, applying calming strategies, managing transitions, and supporting learning and routines while assisting the teacher as needed.