At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with complex needs in their learning and personal development.
- Company: Join Protocol Education, a passionate team dedicated to SEND education.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, free training, career progression support, and wellbeing guidance.
- Other info: Temporary position with potential for long-term opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children with complex learning needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or care roles; enthusiasm and patience are key.
The predicted salary is between 23990 - 29321 £ per year.
Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant – Gateshead (Full-Time)
Be part of a team helping every learner feel valued, capable and included.
Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils at a specialist
SEND school in Gateshead
This position offers the opportunity to support children and young people with complex learning needs, Autism, sensory differences and communication difficulties
. You'll help pupils access their education while supporting their personal development and independence.
Why choose Protocol Education?
We are passionate about supporting people who want to build a career in SEND education.
As part of Protocol Education, you'll receive
- Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella companies
- FREE access to our online CPD Academy
- SEND, Autism and Safeguarding training
- A dedicated consultant throughout your placement
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Career progression support
- Ongoing wellbeing guidance
- What you'll be doing
- Supporting pupils during lessons and structured activities
- Helping learners follow routines and access education
- Encouraging communication and interaction
- Supporting individual learning and development targets
- Assisting with personal care where required
- Promoting independence and practical life skills
- Helping pupils remain engaged and motivated
- Building positive and trusting relationships
- Working closely with teachers and other professionals
- Who we're looking for
This opportunity could suit
- Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- SEND Support Workers
- Healthcare Assistants
- Care Workers
- Graduates looking to enter the education sector
- Psychology Graduates
If you're enthusiastic, patient and committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, apply today and start your journey in specialist SEND education.
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 Df E 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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Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant in Gateshead employer: Protocol Education
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional development of its staff. With flexible hours and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in Gateshead. The company values its team members, providing competitive pay and dedicated consultant support to ensure a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
