Could You Help a Young Pupil Thrive at School?
A welcoming SEND primary school in Gateshead is looking for a caring and resilient 1:1 SEND Support Assistant to work closely with a Year 1 pupil who can display challenging behaviour.
This role would be particularly suited to a Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or related graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and develop their understanding of SEND, behaviour and child development.
The Role
You will provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, helping the pupil feel settled, access their learning and develop positive relationships.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support
- Encouraging participation in classroom activities
- Supporting positive behaviour
- Helping the pupil manage emotions and regulate their behaviour
- Developing a trusting relationship
- Encouraging positive social interactions
- Supporting independence and confidence
- Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
- Patient, calm and empathetic
- Resilient when managing challenging behaviour
- Confident communicating with children and adults
- Passionate about supporting children with SEND
- Interested in child development and inclusive education
- Able to build positive and trusting relationships
A degree in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or a similar subject would be particularly relevant. Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential.
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity to gain genuine hands-on experience within a primary SEND environment while making a meaningful difference to a young child's school experience.
You'll develop valuable skills in behaviour support, communication, emotional regulation and inclusive education.
Why Protocol Education?
- Access to SEND opportunities across Gateshead
- Free CPD and training
- Weekly PAYE payments
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
Safeguarding
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with DfE guidance.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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.
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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