Creative Classroom Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Bowburn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting Creative Classroom Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools in Durham and Sunderland. The role suits individuals from creative, therapeutic and people‑focused backgrounds who want to help children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

The role emphasizes building trust, encouraging communication and enabling pupils to express themselves in different ways, with opportunities to deliver creative interventions during

Qualifications

• Creative, therapeutic and people‑focused backgrounds are ideal.
• Candidates should be passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning.
• Experience or qualifications in education or related fields are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Speech and Language needs.
• Assist pupils with Autism, ADHD and SEND.
• Deliver creative interventions and engagement activities.

Skills

Creativity

Empathy

People skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Art Therapy

Speech and Language

Drama

Music

Dance

Creative Arts

Psychology

Counselling

Youth Work

Mental Health Support

Childhood Studies

Social Care

Creative Media

Photography

Community Support

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding role where your creativity, compassion and ability to build relationships can have a lasting impact on children's lives?

At Protocol Education, we are recruiting Creative Classroom Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools throughout Durham and Sunderland.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals from creative, therapeutic and people-focused backgrounds who are passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience or qualifications in:

• Art Therapy
• Speech and Language
• Drama and Performing Arts
• Music
• Dance
• Creative Arts
• Psychology
• Counselling
• Youth Work
• Mental Health Support
• Childhood Studies
• Social Care
• Creative Media
• Photography
• Community Support

Whether you're a graduate looking to gain experience before pursuing further study or a professional seeking a more meaningful career, this role provides an excellent pathway into education.

Why Creative Professionals Thrive in Schools

Many pupils learn best when supported through creative, engaging and personalised approaches.

Schools increasingly value individuals who can build trust, encourage communication and help children express themselves in different ways.

Your skills could help pupils:

• Build confidence and self-esteem
• Improve communication and social interaction
• Develop emotional regulation strategies
• Increase participation in lessons
• Strengthen independence and resilience
• Overcome barriers to learning
• Develop positive relationships with peers and staff

For pupils with SEND, SEMH needs or Speech and Language difficulties, having the right support can make a significant difference to both their education and wellbeing.

The Role

As a Creative Classroom Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SEND professionals and pastoral teams to support pupils throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one support for pupils with additional needs
• Supporting children with Speech and Language needs
• Assisting pupils with Autism, ADHD and SEND
• Delivering creative interventions and engagement activities+triangle :