Qualified Teaching Assistant | South Shields

Location: South Shields
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

Qualified Teaching Assistant – South Shields

Protocol Education are looking for qualified and experienced Teaching Assistants to work across primary, secondary and specialist SEND settings in South Shields.

This is a great opportunity for someone who already has experience supporting children and young people and is looking for a new long-term school placement.

The Role

You could be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• SEND and learning difficulties
• Autism
• SEMH and behavioural needs
• Communication difficulties
• Complex needs
• 1:1 and small-group support

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils within lessons
• Working 1:1 and in small groups
• Supporting learning and interventions
• Encouraging positive behaviour
• Helping pupils develop independence
• Working closely with teachers and wider support staff
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils

We're Looking For

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working in a school or education setting
• A patient, reliable and positive approach
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs
• A genuine commitment to helping children succeed

What Protocol Education Offers

• £98–£120 per day
• Weekly PAYE payments
• FREE CPD and online training
• Dedicated education consultant
• Ongoing support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• £50 Refer a Friend bonus

If you're a qualified TA looking for your next South Shields opportunity, apply today.