Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311027164
Salary: £89.38 - £95/day + PAYE / £50 REFERRAL
Job Published: 20 March 2026

Some children just need one person who gets them. Could that be you?

We’re looking for a SEND Support Assistant to join brilliant primary schools across Gateshead. If you’re searching for Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, considering graduate jobs in schools, or interested in long-term SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this role is a great place to start.

This is more than a job. It’s about building trust, creating safe spaces, and helping children feel confident enough to learn.

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Term-time only

What your day will look like:

• Welcoming pupils and helping them feel settled and ready to learn
• Supporting classroom activities and adapting lessons where needed
• Working 1:1 with children who need extra support
• Encouraging independence and building confidence
• Helping pupils manage emotions and transitions throughout the day
• Supporting positive behaviour strategies
• Ending the day knowing you’ve made a real difference

What you’ll bring:

• A natural ability to build rapport with children
• Patience, empathy, and a calm approach
• A graduate mindset or interest in education careers
• A willingness to learn and get stuck in

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay, no complicated payment setups
• Free CPD training, including SEND and behaviour support
• Dedicated consultant support from day one
• Flexible opportunities across Gateshead schools
• Pathways into teaching, SEN specialisms, or long-term roles
• A supportive network that values what you do

If you’re looking for graduate jobs in schools, Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, or meaningful SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this is your opportunity to step into a role that genuinely matters.