Learning Support Assistant

Every student deserves the right support — and that’s where you come in.

This role is all about making learning accessible, building confidence, and helping every pupil reach their potential — no matter where they’re starting from.

Protocol Education is working with inclusive and supportive schools in the Middlesbrough area, looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join their teams.

Why this role?

You won’t just be helping in the classroom — you’ll be:

• Breaking down barriers to learning
• Supporting pupils who need a little extra guidance
• Helping build confidence, independence, and resilience

It’s the kind of role where the impact you make is seen every single day.

What your day could look like:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs
• Assisting the teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Supporting students with literacy, numeracy, and focus
• Encouraging positive behaviour and active participation
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive learning environment

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people (in education or similar settings)
• Is patient, adaptable, and proactive
• Builds positive relationships with ease
• Has a genuine passion for supporting learning and development
• Can work collaboratively as part of a team

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella companies
• Free access to our CPD Academy
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in a range of welcoming local schools
• Pathways into long-term and permanent roles

Important Information:

All applicants must have (or be willing to obtain):

• An enhanced DBS check (with Update Service subscription)
• Relevant experience or qualifications

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance, including an online search where appropriate.

This advert is for a temporary position, with the potential to become permanent.

Ready to support, inspire, and make a difference?

If you’re passionate about helping young people succeed and want to be part of a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey in education today.

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.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Apply for this role Share