Experienced SEND TA

Protocol Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants for a Primary School in the centre of Newcastle. You will join a dedicated SEND classroom team, supporting pupils with additional needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs.

The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, using visual aids and structured routines to help pupils access learning.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in a school or care setting.
• Calm, resilient and positive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting children with behavioural or sensory needs.
• Genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within the SEND classroom on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Helping children access learning in a way that works for them
• Using visual aids, sensory strategies, and structured routines
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO
• Building strong relationships with pupils and families

Skills

SEND experience

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication skills

Behaviour support

Job description

Some children need a little extra support to shine. That’s where you come in.

A Primary School in the centre of Newcastle is looking for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated SEND classroom team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in a nurturing environment and understands the importance of patience, consistency, and celebrating the small wins that actually turn out to be massive wins.

The school is searching for calm, caring, and confident support staff who have experience working with children with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs.

You’ll be part of a close-knit team where no one is expected to do things alone. Staff genuinely support each other here, ideas are shared, tea rounds are taken seriously, and every day is centred around helping pupils feel safe, successful, and understood.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils within the SEND classroom on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Helping children access learning in a way that works for them
• Using visual aids, sensory strategies, and structured routines
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO
• Building strong relationships with pupils and families

About the school

This Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school with a fantastic reputation for SEND support. The staff team are passionate about creating a learning environment where every child feels valued and able to succeed.

The SEND provision is well-resourced, thoughtfully structured, and full of staff who genuinely care about making a difference. Leadership are supportive, approachable, and understand the importance of looking after staff as well as pupils.

There’s a real community feel throughout the school. It’s busy, rewarding, occasionally noisy, and full of those moments that remind you why this work matters in the first place.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience working with children with SEND in a school or care setting
• A calm, resilient, and positive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting children with additional behavioural or sensory needs
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella company nonsense
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Dedicated consultant support from people who actually pick up the phone
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• Training in behaviour support, SEND strategies, and wellbeing approaches

Thrive trained? Amazing, schools love it.
Not yet? We can help you access FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education to help build your confidence and SEND toolkit even further.

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact, this could be the perfect move.

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.
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