Learning Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-10-21
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Some children need more than academic support. They need someone who can encourage them, celebrate their progress, and help them believe in themselves every step of the way.
A welcoming primary school in Sunderland is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2. This full-time role is ideal for someone passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
Every day is different, and every small achievement matters. You'll play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, supported, and confident in the classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:- Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions.
- Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language needs, and other SEND requirements.
- Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
- Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
- Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
- Promoting independence and confidence within the classroom.
- Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
- Are passionate about supporting education and inclusion.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are patient, proactive, and adaptable.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to apply for one.
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
- Full-time opportunity with immediate starts available.
- Free CPD and SEND-focused training courses.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements.
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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