SEND Support Assistant

A supportive primary school in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEND Support Assistant to work with a Year 1 pupil who requires additional support with behaviour and emotional regulation.

This could be an excellent opportunity for a graduate interested in Psychology, Child Development, Education or SEND to gain practical experience within a nurturing school environment.

You'll become an important part of the pupil's school day, helping them access learning and feel confident within the classroom.

You'll support with:

• 1:1 classroom support
• Engagement with learning activities
• Positive behaviour strategies
• Emotional regulation
• Social development
• Building confidence and independence
• Positive communication
• Developing a trusting relationship with the pupil

You'll also work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to ensure consistent support.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Calm and patient
• Warm and approachable
• Resilient and consistent
• Confident building relationships
• Passionate about supporting children
• Interested in SEND and child development

Graduates in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or related subjects are encouraged to apply.

Experience working with children is desirable, whether through tutoring, volunteering, mentoring, childcare or other relevant settings.

Working 1:1 means you'll have the opportunity to get to know the pupil, understand their needs and help them make progress both academically and personally.

This is more than simply classroom support — you'll help a young child develop the confidence and skills they need to enjoy school and become more independent.

• Dedicated education consultant
• SEND opportunities across Gateshead
• Free CPD and training
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Long-term opportunities
• Potential permanent positions
• Ongoing support

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with DfE guidance.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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