1:1 SEND TA — Calm Support for Challenging Behaviour

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella

FREE CPD Academy

FREE Thrive training

Dedicated consultant

Local Durham SEND opportunities

Support throughout your placement

Referral scheme

Opportunities to develop your SEND exp

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd. is seeking a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant in Durham to support a pupil with complex needs and challenging behaviour. The role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support and contributing to a calm, structured learning environment.

You’ll work with a school team to implement behaviour plans, promote emotional regulation, and encourage learning participation. The position is full-time, term-time only, with PAYE pay and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND education or SEMH settings.
• Calm, resilient, patient and consistent.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support
• Build a strong and trusting relationship with the pupil
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Follow individual behaviour and support plans
• Encourage participation in learning
• Maintain a safe and structured environment
• Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviour
• Work closely with teachers and specialist SEND staff
• Follow safeguarding and school procedures

Skills

Calm demeanor

Resilience

Patience

Consistency

Education

SEND education

SEMH settings

PRUs or alt provisions

Residential care

Youth work

Behaviour support

Mental health support

Teaching Assistant roles

Job description

Protocol Education Ltd. is seeking a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant in Durham to support a pupil with complex needs and challenging behaviour. The role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support and contributing to a calm, structured learning environment.

You’ll work with a school team to implement behaviour plans, promote emotional regulation, and encourage learning participation. The position is full-time, term-time only, with PAYE pay and ongoing professional development.