Sociology Graduates Needed - SEND Support Assistant (Primary)

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Sociology graduates to support young learners as they embark on their educational journey. This role involves providing personalized assistance to students with additional needs, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes growth and positive behavior. You'll collaborate closely with teachers to adapt learning activities and build trusting relationships with students and their families. Join a supportive network that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional development through free accredited online courses. Make a real difference in the lives of students while advancing your career in education!

Benefits

Free Accredited Online Courses

Supportive Work Environment

Regular Check-ins for Support

Qualifications

• Compassionate and supportive individual with a sociology degree.
• Excellent communicator, patient, and adaptable in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with additional needs.
• Assist students with their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Supportive Attitude

Education

Sociology Degree

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Sociology Graduates Needed - SEND Support Assistant (Primary), Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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3

Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a Sociology graduate looking to make a real difference in education? Your understanding of people, behaviour, and society makes you the perfect fit for supporting young learners as they navigate their first years of education.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing one-on-one and small group support to students with additional needs.
• Assisting students with their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
• Working closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and a growth mindset in a diverse, inclusive classroom setting.
• Advancing your career with our free accredited online courses (The CPD Academy).

Who You Are:

• A compassionate and supportive person.
• You have a sociology degree (or similar) and are looking to start a career in the education sector.
• Someone who understands the unique challenges students can face in education.
• An excellent communicator, patient, and adaptable in a fast-paced school environment.
• Passionate about making a real difference in the lives of students, helping them reach their full potential.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• We are committed to finding you a school where you can excel, feel supported, and appreciated.
• We are a supportive network, and you can approach us with any questions, concerns, or worries in a judgement-free environment.
• Joining our team will give you free instant access to our Educator CPD Academy. Giving you the opportunity to take free accredited online courses to advance your career.
• We care! We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, and we will check in regularly to ensure you have everything you need to be happy in your workplace.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Ready to make a difference? Click 'Apply' and join a team that values your skills and dedication.

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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