Qualified Teaching Assistant – Specialist SEND School | Newcastle
Location: Newcastle
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£120 per day, depending on experience
Make a Real Difference in a Specialist School
Protocol Education are looking for qualified and experienced Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEND school in Newcastle.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated TA who enjoys working with pupils with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning, development and wellbeing.
You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to provide personalised support to pupils, helping them feel safe, confident and able to engage in school life.
The Role
You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
- Autism and ASC
- Complex and profound learning needs
- SEMH and behavioural needs
- Communication and interaction difficulties
- Sensory needs
- Physical and medical needs
- EHCP-related support requirements
- 1:1 and small-group learning
Your responsibilities could include:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting pupils to access learning and classroom activities
- Helping deliver individual learning programmes and interventions
- Using visual timetables, communication strategies and sensory approaches
- Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Encouraging independence and life skills
- Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
- Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
- Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment
We're Looking For
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent relevant experience
- Previous experience working in a school, specialist setting or education environment
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND
- A patient, calm and compassionate approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence supporting pupils with complex or additional needs
- A willingness to learn and develop your SEND knowledge
- A genuine commitment to helping every pupil reach their potential
What Protocol Education Offers
- £98–£120 per day
- Weekly PAYE payments
- FREE CPD and online training
- Dedicated education consultant
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
- Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
- £50 Refer a Friend bonus
If you're a qualified Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEND school in Newcastle, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your SEND career with Protocol Education.