Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 311038592
Salary: £92.65 - £110/day
Job Published: 13 August 2026

Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant – Gateshead (Full-Time)

Every achievement matters. Help pupils with complex needs reach theirs.

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Gateshead.

The school works with pupils who have complex learning needs, Autism, sensory needs and communication difficulties, providing personalised support to help every learner make progress.

You'll become an important part of the classroom team, supporting pupils with both their education and wider personal development.

Why work with Protocol Education?

We offer the training, support and opportunities to help you build a rewarding career.

You'll receive:

  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • No umbrella companies
  • FREE access to our CPD Academy
  • SEND, Autism and Safeguarding training
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Long-term and permanent opportunities
  • Career development guidance
  • Ongoing wellbeing support

Your day-to-day role

  • Supporting pupils with classroom learning
  • Delivering activities and individual support
  • Helping pupils communicate their needs
  • Encouraging social and emotional development
  • Supporting sensory activities and routines
  • Assisting with personal care when required
  • Developing independence and life skills
  • Working closely with teaching and specialist staff

This could be the role for you if you're a:

  • Teaching Assistant
  • Learning Support Assistant
  • Support Worker
  • Healthcare Assistant
  • Care Worker
  • SEND practitioner
  • Psychology Graduate

If you have a caring approach and want to develop your experience within specialist education, apply today.