1:1 SEND Support Assistant - Psychology Grads Welcome

Protocol Education Ltd; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education are recruiting for a 1:1 SEND Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Ferryhill, supporting a pupil with Autism. You'll gain valuable experience understanding behaviour, emotional regulation, sensory needs and individualised support — all while making a real difference to a child's school experience.

This role is Full Time, Term Time Only, starting September 2026, with pay £92.63–£108 per day depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Recent psychology graduates welcomed to apply.
• Interest in SEND, autism and mental health.
• Willingness to learn with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil on a 1:1 basis
• Develop an understanding of Autism and sensory needs
• Support emotional regulation and anxiety
• Help manage transitions and changes in routine
• Use structured and predictable approaches
• Encourage communication and independence
• Support classroom learning and engagement
• Follow individual behaviour and support plans
• Work alongside experienced SEND professionals

Skills

Psychology graduate

Behaviour management

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Protocol Education are recruiting for a 1:1 SEND Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Ferryhill, supporting a pupil with Autism. You'll gain valuable experience understanding behaviour, emotional regulation, sensory needs and individualised support — all while making a real difference to a child's school experience.

This role is Full Time, Term Time Only, starting September 2026, with pay £92.63–£108 per day depending on experience.