OT Graduate: Paediatric SEND Support Assistant

Protocol Education; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and

Streamlined registration

Referral rewards

Thrive training available

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a full-time SEND Support Assistant to work in a reception class at a primary school in Walker (NE6). This role suits an Occupational Therapy graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in paediatric SEND provision.

You will support children with autism, sensory processing and communication needs, deliver structured interventions, and assist with EHCP targets while helping create a calm, inclusive classroom environment. Training and safeguarding are provided.

Qualifications

• OT graduate with relevant paediatric SEND exposure.
• Ambition to pursue further qualifications in a clinical field.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism, sensory processing needs, and communication difficulties.
• Deliver structured interventions throughout the school day.
• Encourage participation during lessons and social activities.
• Support emotional regulation and engagement in class.
• Assist with the implementation of EHCP targets.
• Help create a calm and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Autism support

Sensory processing

Communication support

Emotional regulation

Structured interventions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a full-time SEND Support Assistant to work in a reception class at a primary school in Walker (NE6). This role suits an Occupational Therapy graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in paediatric SEND provision.

You will support children with autism, sensory processing and communication needs, deliver structured interventions, and assist with EHCP targets while helping create a calm, inclusive classroom environment. Training and safeguarding are provided.