Trainee Teaching Assistant (SEND & Secondary)

Protocol Education; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education staffing organization is seeking Trainee Teaching Assistants to support pupils in secondary schools across Tyne and Wear. This role involves assisting teachers and supporting students with SEND needs. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. Suitable for individuals with a care background or those looking to start a career in education. Competitive pay and flexibility in placements are offered, along with ongoing support for career development.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Free specialist SEND training

Flexible placements

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with pupils, especially those with SEND needs.
• Willingness to complete training and required safeguarding checks (including DBS).
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and SEND staff with learning activities and behaviour routines.
• Assist pupils one-to-one or in small groups to help them engage and progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation using school strategies.
• Help prepare resources and maintain an organised classroom environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient approach

Empathetic approach

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant (SEND & Secondary)

Company: Protocol Education (part of the Supporting Education Group)

Location: Tyne and Wear

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible Supply

Salary: £89.35‑£110.00 per day (depending on experience)

About Protocol Education

Protocol Education, part of the Supporting Education Group, works closely with secondary schools and SEND provisions across Tyne and Wear to provide high‑quality support staff. We offer professional training, safeguarding support and personalised development for those beginning a career in education.

The Trainee Teaching Assistant Role

We're recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants to support pupils in SEND and mainstream secondary settings. No experience is needed. We provide full training and ongoing guidance to help you succeed. This role would be suitable for graduates, individuals with a care background and history with working with SEND children or someone who wants to start their career in education.

Responsibilities of a Trainee Teaching Assistant

• Support teachers and SEND staff with learning activities and behaviour routines.
• Assist pupils one‑to‑one or in small groups to help them engage and progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation using school strategies.
• Help prepare resources and maintain an organised classroom environment.

Requirements of a Trainee Teaching Assistant

• A genuine interest in working with pupils, especially those with SEND needs.
• Strong communication skills and a patient, empathetic approach.
• Willingness to complete training and required safeguarding checks (including DBS).
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.

What We Offer at Protocol Education

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE with no umbrella fees.
• Free specialist SEND and behaviour training through Supporting Education.
• Flexible placements across SEND schools and secondary academies.
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and career progression pathways.

How to Apply

Apply now through Indeed to start your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant in SEND and secondary schools across Tyne and Wear.

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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