Teaching Assistant (SEN- ASC/ADHD)

Protocol Education Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Newcastle is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with autism and related needs. This hands-on role involves creating a nurturing learning environment and collaborating with a team to deliver tailored education plans. Ideal candidates are patient, communicative, and committed to promoting children's welfare in a supportive school setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE—no hidden deductions

Access to FREE training, including specialist SEN support

Referral bonuses and wellbeing events

Supportive local consultant

Long-term opportunities in valued schools

Qualifications

• Experience with autism and ADHD support is highly valued.
• Level 2 or 3 TA qualification desirable.
• Skills in personal care and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for children with ASC and ADHD.
• Implement IEPs and adapt learning materials.
• Assist with personal care and sensory development.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism and ADHD

Patient

Excellent teamwork

Great communication skills

Confidence in supporting physical needs

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or Nursery Nurse equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (ASC/ADHD) – Support That Goes Beyond the Classroom
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £89–£108 per day
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Start Date: September 2025

Some pupils need a little extra. You bring a lot more.

We’re working with a brilliant specialist school in Newcastle that supports children with autism and physical disabilities. They’re looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and help create a learning environment that’s safe, supportive, and genuinely joyful.

This is the kind of role where no two days are the same—but every day matters.

Your role will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with ASC, ADHD, and physical needs

• Helping to implement IEPs and adapting learning materials to suit individual needs

• Supporting social development and positive behaviour strategies

• Assisting with personal care and using the school’s hydropool to support sensory and physical development

• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other TAs as part of a caring, collaborative team

What we’re looking for:

• Experience supporting children with autism and ADHD (personal experience welcome!)

• Someone patient, nurturing, and great at reading the room

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Confidence to support physical needs and personal care with sensitivity and professionalism

Nice to have:

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or Nursery Nurse equivalent)

• Previous experience in a school or nursery setting

What you’ll get from Protocol Education:

• Weekly pay through PAYE—no hidden deductions

• Access to FREE training, including specialist SEN and behaviour support modules

• Supportive local consultant who knows Newcastle schools inside out

• Long-term opportunities in schools where support staff are truly valued

• Referral bonuses and access to wellbeing and networking events

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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