Specialist Level 3 TA for SEND & Assistive Tech

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education are recruiting a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Gateshead, supporting children and young people with physical and medical needs.

This role offers hands-on experience with assistive technology, specialist equipment and accessible learning, helping pupils learn, communicate and become more independent. The position is full-time, term-time only, with ongoing professional development and safeguarding commitment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting physical and/or medical needs is desirable.
• Good ICT skills and an interest in assistive technology.
• Strong communication and organisation skills.
• A full, clean driving licence and your own vehicle – essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalised support to children and young people.
• Helping pupils overcome physical and medical barriers to learning.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Supporting the use of assistive technology and specialist ICT.
• Setting up and checking specialist equipment.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum using alternative methods.
• Supporting mobility, positioning and physical access where required.
• Working alongside specialist teachers and wider professionals.
• Recording observations and providing feedback.
• Helping schools and families use equipment safely and effectively.

Skills

SEND experience

ICT skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Protocol Education are recruiting a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Gateshead, supporting children and young people with physical and medical needs.

This role offers hands-on experience with assistive technology, specialist equipment and accessible learning, helping pupils learn, communicate and become more independent. The position is full-time, term-time only, with ongoing professional development and safeguarding commitment.