Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant: Start a Rewarding Career

Protocol Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant to work across Sunderland schools. The role supports pupils with additional needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group assistance, helping with learning activities and classroom tasks.

Ideal backgrounds include care, customer service, youth work, sports coaching or support roles seeking to move into education. Full-time hours from Monday to Friday with term-time flexibility and ongoing safeguarding training provided.

Qualifications

• Caring and patient nature.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Positive attitude towards learning and development.
• No previous school experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with learning activities and classroom tasks
• Encouraging positive social interactions
• Promoting confidence and independence
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and engagement
• Working closely with teachers and SEN staff

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant to work across Sunderland schools. The role supports pupils with additional needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group assistance, helping with learning activities and classroom tasks.

Ideal backgrounds include care, customer service, youth work, sports coaching or support roles seeking to move into education. Full-time hours from Monday to Friday with term-time flexibility and ongoing safeguarding training provided.