SEND Teaching Assistant - North Shields (Full-Time)

SEND Teaching Assistant – North Shields (Full-Time)

Help create a positive learning environment where every pupil feels supported, included and able to achieve their potential.

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in North Shields . You'll support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, develop independence and build confidence throughout the school day.

You'll play an important role in supporting both academic and personal development, adapting your approach to meet individual needs and helping learners overcome barriers to success.

Why work with Protocol Education?

We understand the impact great support staff can have on a pupil's educational journey and are committed to helping you develop a rewarding career in SEND education.

You’ll receive:

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• SEND and Behaviour Management training
• A dedicated local consultant
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing professional development
• Refer a Friend rewards

What you'll be doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping learners engage with classroom activities
• Encouraging independence and confidence
• Supporting communication and social interaction
• Implementing individual support strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff
• Monitoring progress and celebrating achievements
• Promoting a positive and inclusive environment

What we're looking for

You’ll be patient, adaptable and passionate about supporting young people.

You’ll also be:

• Caring and empathetic
• A strong communicator
• Reliable and proactive
• Calm under pressure
• Positive and encouraging
• Comfortable working as part of a team

Who this role would suit

• Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Support Workers
• Care Workers
• Youth Workers
• Psychology Graduates

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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

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