Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential?
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Jesmond is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team and support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH needs and learning differences.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within education while making a genuine difference to the lives of young people. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where every child feels supported, valued and able to succeed.
Location: Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne
Pay: £92.63 - £102 per day
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
About the Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo and wider support staff to provide tailored support for pupils who require additional assistance to access learning.
You'll play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, develop social skills and achieve their individual learning goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Providing 1:1 support and small-group interventions
- Assisting children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, communication needs and SEMH challenges
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Helping pupils engage with classroom learning activities
- Encouraging confidence, independence and social development
- Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
- Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and intervention plans
Who We're Looking For
This role would suit someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting children with SEND
- Patient, resilient and empathetic
- A confident communicator
- Able to build positive relationships with young people
- Adaptable and proactive in their approach
- Comfortable working as part of a team
Ideal Backgrounds Include:
- SEND Teaching Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
- Support Worker
- Care Worker
- Youth Worker
- Autism Support Assistant
- Psychology Graduate
- Education Graduate
- Behaviour Support Worker
Previous SEND experience is beneficial but not essential. The school is keen to meet candidates with the right attitude, willingness to learn and genuine passion for supporting children.
What You'll Gain
- Valuable experience supporting children with SEND
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals
- Access to SEND, Autism and Behaviour Management training
- Experience that supports future careers in:
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Children's Mental Health
- Social Work
Why Work with Protocol Education?
- Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
- FREE access to our online CPD Academy
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Local work across Newcastle and North Tyneside schools
- Refer a Friend rewards
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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SEND Teaching Assistant - Jesmond (Full-Time) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Protocol Education Limited
Protocol Education is an excellent employer for EYFS and KS1 Teachers, offering a supportive work culture in the welcoming communities of Radstock and Midsomer Norton. With a focus on professional development, teachers can expect ample opportunities for growth while working collaboratively with dedicated staff to inspire young learners in engaging classroom environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact during these crucial early stages of education.
Contact Details:
Protocol Education Limited Recruitment Team
