SEND Learning Support Assistant (Psychology Graduates)

Protocol Education Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a passionate psychology graduate to support children with SEND. This full-time position involves building relationships, creating a positive learning environment, and collaborating with staff to deliver effective interventions. Join a supportive team and make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Free CPD Academy Access

Free Online Safeguarding Training

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience supporting children or families with SEN.
• Understanding of trauma-informed strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 2:1 ratio or deliver 1:1 interventions.
• Build positive relationships and a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with teaching staff for high-impact interventions.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Team Player

Communication

Safeguarding Principles

Job description

Ready to Make a Real Difference with Your Psychology Degree?

If you’re a psychology graduate with a passion for supporting children with SEND, this role could be the perfect fit. You’ll be helping students build confidence, develop independence, and find a genuine love for learning. Sound like a rewarding way to put your skills to use?

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting students on a 2:1 ratio or delivering 1:1 interventions
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and well-organised learning environment
• Collaborating with teaching staff to plan and deliver high-impact interventions
• Maintaining strong communication with families, schools, and external agencies
• Being a supportive and collaborative team player

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience supporting children or families with SEN or challenging behaviours
• A confident approach to behaviour management
• An understanding of trauma-informed strategies and a commitment to building connections before setting corrections
• A natural team player who can promote a supportive and inclusive environment for all
• Demonstrated understanding and prioritisation of safeguarding principles

Schedule:

• Full-time, permanent position
• Monday to Friday, term-time only (+3 days during school holidays)
• Flexible hours (minimum 30 hours/week) between 8am - 6pm, with core hours from 9am - 3pm

Why Work with Us?

• We are a supportive network and you can approach us with any questions, concerns, or worries in a judgement-free environment
• Joining our team will give you free instant access to our Educator CPD Academy, providing opportunities to take free accredited online courses to advance your career
• We care about your well-being and will regularly check in to ensure you have everything you need to be happy in your workplace

Safeguarding:

This role involves working directly with children who may display challenging behaviour. An enhanced DBS check and references are required. 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.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about supporting children with SEND or SEMH and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and make a real impact in the lives of young people!

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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