Teaching assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; Vor Ort; GBP 23.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD and training

Flexible work schedule

Zusammenfassung

A leading educational support provider is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants for SEND schools in Gateshead. This role involves providing tailored support to children with special educational needs, fostering their emotional and social development. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational or care settings and a commitment to inclusive learning. The position offers competitive daily rates, dedicated support, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifikationen

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Nurturing and patient approach.

Aufgaben

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Help implement EHCP targets and individual support plans.
• Encourage emotional regulation and communication.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Relevant qualifications and training

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant
Location:Gateshead
Salary: £89 - £108 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: September 2025

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?
Protocol Education is looking to appoint caring and committed Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join inclusive and welcoming SEND schools across the region for September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team and make a real difference in the lives of pupils with additional learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of SEND including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning delays.

• Help implement EHCP targets and individual support plans.

• Encourage emotional regulation, communication and social development.

• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and therapists to ensure every child receives the right support.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in education, care, or youth settings).

• A nurturing, patient and adaptable approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A commitment to supporting inclusive learning.

What Protocol Education Offers:

• Competitive daily rates of £89 - £108, paid weekly.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Free CPD and training including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding and Team Teach.

• Opportunities to move into long-term or permanent roles.

• Online diary to manage your work schedule with flexibility.

Whether you're experienced in SEND or looking to begin your journey in special education, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Francesca Walker at Protocol Education to learn more about opportunities starting in September 2025.

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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