Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Peterlee; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Peterlee. The role offers a chance to make a significant impact on students' lives while working in a professional and supportive environment. The position is full-time during term times and may evolve into a permanent role based on performance.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities

Responsive support from the team

Immediate start for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Experience working with neurodivergent students (ASC, ADHD, learning difficulties).
• Patient and proactive approach.
• Ability to foster positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support students with personalized learning.
• Implement behavior management strategies.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behavior management

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Psychology

Education

Youth Work

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Peterlee

Location: Peterlee
Salary: £85 - £108 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only (temporary with the potential for a permanent role)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Peterlee. This role involves supporting neurodivergent students and those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and learning difficulties. The successful candidate will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping students access learning and develop key social and emotional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with their learning, adapting resources to suit individual needs
• Promote independence and confidence in the classroom
• Assist in implementing behavior management strategies with a firm but fair approach
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with neurodivergent students or those with SEND (ASC, ADHD, learning difficulties)
• Strong behavior management skills and the ability to provide structure and support
• A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, Psychology, Education, Youth Work) – desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference in students’ lives
• Competitive pay rates with potential for a permanent role
• Immediate start available for the right candidate

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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