Support Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Heaton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free SEND-focused CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Experience in specialist education

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting a SEND Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Newcastle. The role is full-time and focuses on supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and other needs to access education.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, in collaboration with teachers and therapists, creating personalised learning strategies and promoting a safe, inclusive environment. Qualifications in psychology or related background are welcome; DBS checks and safeguarding training are

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates with an interest in educational support.
• Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants are welcome to apply.
• Background in care, support work, youth work, or residential settings is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support.
• Support pupils with learning, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small group support

Education

Psychology graduates

SEND TA experience

Job description

SEND Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are working with a specialist SEND school in Newcastle that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs. You will play a key role in helping students access education, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support.
• Support pupils with learning, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• Psychology graduates seeking hands-on educational experience.
• Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants.
• Individuals from care, support work, youth work, or residential settings.
• Enthusiastic and resilient people who are passionate about making a difference.

About the School

This specialist SEND school in Newcastle provides a supportive and structured environment for pupils with a range of complex needs. The school is committed to helping every child develop academically, socially, and emotionally through a highly personalised approach to learning.

What We Offer

• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Free SEND-focused CPD and training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.
• Valuable experience within a specialist education setting.

If you're ready to make a genuine difference in young people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

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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