Specialist SEND Level 3 TA – Empower Learning

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 SEND provision in Gateshead. You will support children with physical and/or medical needs, helping them access learning and develop independence.

Working with specialist teachers and a range of professionals, you will adapt activities, use assistive technology, set up equipment and monitor progress. This is a term-time, full-time role with a competitive daily rate (£120-£140 depending on experience).

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting physical and/or medical needs.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence with ICT and willingness to learn new technology.
• A flexible and proactive approach.
• Ability to work across different settings.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle – essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people to access learning.
• Adapting activities and resources to suit individual needs.
• Supporting pupils with physical and medical needs.
• Using assistive technology and specialist ICT to support learning.
• Setting up and checking specialist equipment.
• Supporting communication and alternative ways of recording work.
• Encouraging independence and participation.
• Working closely with specialist teachers and wider professionals.
• Monitoring progress and sharing observations and feedback.
• Ensuring equipment and support strategies are used safely.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

ICT confidence

Flexible and proactive

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Protocol Education are recruiting a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND provision in Gateshead. You will support children with physical and/or medical needs, helping them access learning and develop independence.

Working with specialist teachers and a range of professionals, you will adapt activities, use assistive technology, set up equipment and monitor progress. This is a term-time, full-time role with a competitive daily rate (£120-£140 depending on experience).