Learning Support Assistant - Gateshead

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

An education staffing organization in Gateshead is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who can provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils. This role is ideal for individuals with experience with children, a patient demeanor, and great teamwork skills. You'll join a dedicated team making a difference in pupils' educational journeys. Full support and training will be provided.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions

Free online CPD, including SEND training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Referral bonuses

Opportunities across various educational settings

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Ability to create a positive learning environment.
• Capacity to support children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their classwork and routines.
• Help children stay focused and engaged throughout lessons.
• Encourage positive behavior and clear expectations.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff.
• Assist pupils with SEND where needed.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people

Patient, caring manner

Good communication and teamwork skills

Confidence helping pupils with a variety of needs

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Gateshead

If you’re someone who brings patience, warmth and steady encouragement into the classroom, this Learning Support Assistant role in Gateshead could be a brilliant match. The school is looking for a supportive, reliable LSA who can help pupils feel confident, calm and ready to learn.

What the role involves

You’ll work with pupils who need a little extra guidance, offering one-to-one and small-group support to help them access lessons and build key skills. You’ll be part of a friendly, dedicated team who value consistency, positivity and a nurturing approach.

Your support will have a real impact on pupils’ confidence, emotional wellbeing and day-to-day progress.

Key parts of your day as a Learning Support Assistant

• Supporting pupils with their classwork and routines
• Helping children stay focused and engaged throughout the lesson
• Encouraging positive behaviour and clear expectations
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff
• Creating a calm, reassuring presence in the classroom
• Assisting pupils with SEND where needed

You’ll be a great fit as a Learning Support Assistant if you have

• Experience supporting children or young people
• A patient, caring manner
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence helping pupils with a variety of needs
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

What you’ll receive from Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions
• Free online CPD, including SEND and behaviour training
• A consultant who supports you throughout your placement
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities across both mainstream and specialist settings

About Us

Protocol Education is proud to be part of the Supporting Education Group, working together to provide schools with skilled, caring staff who make a genuine impact. Being part of SEG means better training, stronger resources and a wide network of educational specialists. We partner with schools across Gateshead to place LSAs who bring calm, kindness and real support to pupils who need it most. Our approach is simple, honest and people-first.

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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