Specialist Level 3 TA for SEND: Physical & Medical Needs

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with physical and medical needs in Gateshead. You will work in a specialist provision, helping pupils access education through personalised support and assistive technology.

The role involves supporting individuals and small groups, adapting activities to needs, enabling participation in lessons and school life, and setting up specialist equipment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent.
• SEND experience.
• Experience supporting physical or medical needs.
• Good ICT skills and willingness to learn new technology.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Flexible, patient and proactive approach.
• Confident working across different settings.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on an individual and small-group basis.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Help children access lessons and wider school life.
• Support the use of assistive technology.
• Set up and check specialist equipment.
• Encourage independence and participation.
• Support alternative communication and recording methods.
• Work alongside specialist teachers and wider professionals.
• Provide observations and feedback on pupil progress.
• Ensure equipment and support strategies are used safely.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Flexible/adaptable

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with physical and medical needs in Gateshead. You will work in a specialist provision, helping pupils access education through personalised support and assistive technology.

The role involves supporting individuals and small groups, adapting activities to needs, enabling participation in lessons and school life, and setting up specialist equipment.