Creative SEND Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; North Shields; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a Creative SEND Teaching Assistant in North Tyneside. This role focuses on delivering creative activities and effective support for pupils with special educational needs. Ideal candidates will possess creativity, patience, and a passion for the arts, fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Background or strong interest in the creative arts.
• Understanding of self-expression's role for SEND pupils.
• Experience or willingness to learn about supporting SEND learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on activities that support communication.
• Use sensory-friendly methods to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to develop confidence.

Skills

Creativity

Imagination

Positivity

Patience

Job description

Job Title: Creative SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: North Tyneside
Start Date: ASAP / September 2025
Daily Rate: £83 – £95
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Bring creativity into the classroom and help SEND pupils in North Tyneside thrive.

An inclusive SEND school across North Tyneside is seeking a Teaching Assistant with a passion for creative arts—whether in art, music, drama, or storytelling. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your creative skills to support children with additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and learning challenges.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on activities that support communication and self-expression

• Use creative, sensory-friendly methods to help pupils access the curriculum

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to develop confidence and social skills

• Assist with classroom routines, displays, and resource preparation

• Collaborate with teachers to create a calm, inspiring, and inclusive learning environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a background or strong interest in the creative arts

• Understands the vital role of self-expression for SEND pupils

• Is nurturing, imaginative, and adaptable in their approach

• Has experience or willingness to learn about supporting SEND learners

• Brings positivity, patience, and enthusiasm to every interaction

If you’re ready to inspire creativity and support children’s learning and wellbeing across North Tyneside, apply now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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