Intervention Support Assistant

A large, high-performing secondary school in Ponteland, serving pupils from across Northumberland and the outskirts of Newcastle, is seeking a dedicated Intervention Support Assistant to support targeted literacy and numeracy programmes.

This school has a strong reputation for academic success, structured support systems and high expectations, with a clear focus on ensuring every pupil makes progress. Intervention is planned, data-led and well-supported, not reactive.

You will play a key role in helping pupils close learning gaps and build confidence in core skills.

Ponteland, Northumberland (just outside Newcastle)
£90 – £110 per day (PAYE) | Full-Time | Immediate Start

The Role

As an Intervention Support Assistant, you will:

• Deliver small group and 1:1 intervention sessions in literacy and numeracy

• Support pupils who are working below expected levels

• Work with students with SEND including dyslexia, ADHD and processing difficulties

• Reinforce key skills such as reading comprehension, writing and basic numeracy

• Track progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

• Support pupils in mainstream lessons where required

You will work across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils build the foundations needed for success.

What This School Is Like

Staff working here benefit from:

• Strong academic focus and high expectations

• Structured, data-driven intervention programmes

• A calm, well-managed learning environment

• Supportive leadership and clear direction

• Collaborative teams across departments

This is a school where intervention is valued, organised and impactful.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Graduates in English, Maths or related subjects

• Individuals considering teaching or educational psychology

• Experienced LSAs with a focus on intervention or catch-up support

• Those who enjoy working in a targeted, progress-focused role

Experience is beneficial, but the school values clarity, patience and strong communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

• £90 – £110 per day (PAYE only)

• Weekly pay

• Immediate start

• Ongoing CPD (intervention strategies, SEND, safeguarding)

• Opportunity for long-term or permanent roles

• Dedicated consultant support

If you are looking to work in a high-performing Ponteland school where intervention is structured and impactful, apply today for a confidential discussion.

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.

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