If you’re the calm in the storm and the person who brings a steady hand when things get a bit wobbly, this could be your perfect next role.
We’re supporting a fantastic specialist school in Gateshead that is looking for a compassionate and confident SEND Teaching Assistant to join them as soon as possible. This is a school that truly understands the value of brilliant support staff, and they’re ready to welcome someone who knows how to build trust, bring positivity, and make every day feel that little bit brighter for their pupils.
What you’ll be doing
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Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication needs, and sensory needs
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Working closely with teachers and therapists to create a calm, structured learning environment
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Helping pupils navigate their day with confidence, whether that’s in the classroom, during movement breaks, or through 1:1 support
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Bringing patience, humour, and emotional warmth to every interaction
What the school is looking for
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Experience working with children or young people with SEND
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Someone who stays cool under pressure and knows how to de-escalate tricky moments
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A team player who’s happy collaborating with teachers, support staff, and leadership
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A caring communicator who really sees the child, not just the need
What you get with Protocol Education
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Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
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Free access to our CPD Academy, including specialist SEND and behavioural training
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A dedicated consultant who knows the local SEND landscape
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Opportunities across specialist and mainstream settings
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A smooth, supportive registration process
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Our referral scheme, so you can earn rewards for recommending other great educators
A quick note…
If you’re not Thrive trained yet, let us know. We offer it completely free, and schools absolutely love it. It’s a brilliant way to feel even more confident in supporting emotional wellbeing.
If this sounds like your kind of role and you’re ready to make a real impact, send a quick message or give us a call and we’ll get things moving.