Occupational Therapy LSA: Empowering Primary Students

Protocol Education; Heaton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited in Gateshead is seeking an Occupational Therapy Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support pupils with SEND on a full-time basis.

The role blends therapeutic knowledge with hands-on classroom assistance, helping children develop life skills, independence, and access learning tailored to their needs. You will work with teachers and SEND staff to adapt activities and environments and support sensory, motor, and emotional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapists or Occupational Therapy Graduates.
• Experience or interest in education and SEND.
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Confident working collaboratively as part of a school team.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable in approach.
• Experience with SEND, Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or communication needs or willingness to develop knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Implement practical strategies to promote independence and engagement in learning.
• Work with teachers and SEND staff to adapt activities and learning environments.
• Support children with sensory processing, fine motor development and emotional regulation.
• Encourage confidence, communication and positive social interactions.
• Monitor progress and contribute to pupil support plans as appropriate.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Collaborative work

Understanding of child development

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist or OT Graduate

Job description

Protocol Education Limited in Gateshead is seeking an Occupational Therapy Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support pupils with SEND on a full-time basis.

The role blends therapeutic knowledge with hands-on classroom assistance, helping children develop life skills, independence, and access learning tailored to their needs. You will work with teachers and SEND staff to adapt activities and environments and support sensory, motor, and emotional development.