Speech and Language Therapy Graduates - SEND Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational organization in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Support Practitioner to assist children facing communication challenges. The role involves providing personalized support, collaborating with teachers, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in Speech and Language Therapy or related areas. This full-time, term-time position starts immediately and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Access to CPD Academy for professional development

Competitive pay, paid weekly through PAYE

Supportive, people-first culture

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or equivalent experience supporting children with SEND.
• Glowingly patient and empathetic behavior.
• Eager to use creative tools to help children express themselves.

Responsibilities

• Support children with speech, language, and communication challenges.
• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt resources for pupils.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Creativity

Patience

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology or related field

Job description

Every Child Deserves a Voice — Could You Help Them Find It?

At this welcoming primary school in Gateshead, communication is at the heart of everything they do. The staff believe every child deserves to be heard, understood, and supported to express themselves confidently, and they’re looking for a dedicated Support Practitioner to help make that happen.

If you’re passionate about child development, language, and inclusive education, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work closely with children across EYFS and KS1 who experience speech, language, and communication challenges.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support, using games, sensory play, and visual aids to help children build language and confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers and the school’s SENDCo to adapt classroom activities and resources to meet each pupil’s needs.
• Encourage positive routines, emotional regulation, and social connection.
• Communicate regularly with families and colleagues to share progress and celebrate small wins that mean a lot.
• Support the wider classroom when needed, bringing energy, empathy, and a problem‑solving mindset.

This is a full‑time, term‑time role starting immediately, ideal for someone who wants to gain hands‑on experience before pursuing a career in education, psychology, or speech and language therapy.

Who You Are:

• A recent graduate in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology, or a related field, or have equivalent experience supporting children with SEND.
• Naturally patient and empathetic, with a calm presence even when things get tricky.
• Curious about how children communicate and eager to use creative tools (like stories, crafts, or sensory play) to help them express themselves.
• A great communicator — clear, approachable, and collaborative with both children and adults.
• Looking for a role where your work genuinely changes lives, one conversation at a time.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• We’ll match you with a school where your skills and personality make a real impact.
• Access free, accredited professional development through our CPD Academy, including courses in Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) and Autism Awareness.
• Regular check‑ins and one-to‑one support.
• Competitive pay, paid weekly through PAYE (no umbrella company).
• A supportive, people-first culture where your growth and wellbeing come first.

Safeguarding Statement:

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, and we offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.

Ready to Help Every Child Find Their Voice?

Click ‘Apply’ today to start your journey supporting children who just need someone to listen, encourage, and believe in them.

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, and in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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