Trainee Teaching Assistant – Autism & Complex Needs – Full Time – Sunderland

If you’ve got a calm nature, a curious mind, and a heart for supporting young people with autism and complex needs, this full-time trainee role in Peterlee could be your perfect next step.

You’ll join a specialist setting where routines matter, relationships come first, and every pupil is celebrated for exactly who they are.

Your day might include:
• Supporting pupils with communication and sensory needs
• Helping them follow predictable routines that help them feel safe
• Working closely with teachers and therapists
• Bringing patience, warmth, and a steady presence to every moment

The school offers:
• A nurturing, structured environment
• A team who truly value support staff
• Ongoing learning and development (they love staff who want to grow)

You’ll be great if you:
• Have experience with children or vulnerable adults
• Can stay calm and grounded when days get busy
• Enjoy learning new strategies and trying things out

Protocol Education perks:
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free CPD and SEND training
• Optional FREE Thrive training, which schools really value
• Your own consultant who supports you from day one

Ready to make a real difference every day? Apply now.