At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning through creative activities and one-to-one assistance.
- Company: Protocol Education, dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible hours, and a pathway into education careers.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives while nurturing your creativity.
- Qualifications: Experience in creative fields or working with children is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Are you looking for a rewarding role where your creativity, compassion and ability to build relationships can have a lasting impact on children's lives? At Protocol Education, we are recruiting Creative Classroom Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools throughout Durham and Sunderland. This opportunity is ideal for individuals from creative, therapeutic and people-focused backgrounds who are passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience or qualifications in:
- Art Therapy
- Speech and Language
- Drama and Performing Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Creative Arts
- Psychology
- Counselling
- Youth Work
- Mental Health Support
- Childhood Studies
- Social Care
- Creative Media
- Photography
- Community Support
Whether you're a graduate looking to gain experience before pursuing further study or a professional seeking a more meaningful career, this role provides an excellent pathway into education.
Why Creative Professionals Thrive in Schools
Many pupils learn best when supported through creative, engaging and personalised approaches. Schools increasingly value individuals who can build trust, encourage communication and help children express themselves in different ways. Your skills could help pupils:
- Build confidence and self-esteem
- Improve communication and social interaction
- Develop emotional regulation strategies
- Increase participation in lessons
- Strengthen independence and resilience
- Overcome barriers to learning
- Develop positive relationships with peers and staff
For pupils with SEND, SEMH needs or Speech and Language difficulties, having the right support can make a significant difference to both their education and wellbeing.
The Role
As a Creative Classroom Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SEND professionals and pastoral teams to support pupils throughout the school day. Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing one-to-one support for pupils with additional needs
- Supporting children with Speech and Language needs
- Assisting pupils with Autism, ADHD and SEND
- Delivering creative interventions and engagement activities
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and confidence building
- Encouraging communication and social development
- Helping pupils access learning within the classroom
- Building positive and supportive relationships
- Promoting inclusion and participation
- Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
No two days are the same, making this an incredibly rewarding and varied role.
A Fantastic Opportunity for Future Careers
This position is particularly valuable for individuals considering careers in:
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Educational Psychology
- Child Psychology
- Occupational Therapy
- Teaching
- SEND Teaching
- Counselling
- Youth Work
- Social Work
- Family Support
Creative Classroom Assistant in West Cornforth employer: Protocol Education
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