Primary Learning Support Assistant (1:1)

Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely change a child’s school experience every single day?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Gateshead to recruit a passionate and dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant. Through Protocol Education, you will play a vital role in supporting a pupil with additional needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This is not just a job - it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful connection, celebrate small wins daily, and be a consistent, positive presence in a child’s life.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing tailored 1:1 support within the classroom environment
• Breaking down learning into accessible, engaging steps
• Supporting emotional regulation using consistent strategies
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
• Helping the pupil build positive relationships with peers
• Working closely with teachers, SENDCo, and external professionals

Why this role stands out:

• You’ll see real, measurable progress in the pupil you support
• You’ll be part of a caring, collaborative school team
• Every day brings variety, challenge, and reward

Working hours & lifestyle benefits:

• 8:30am–3:30pm – ideal for work-life balance
• Term-time only – enjoy all school holidays off
• No evenings, no weekends, no shift work

What you’ll get with Protocol Education:

• Competitive daily pay with reliable weekly payments
• Free, high-quality CPD including SEND, behaviour, and safeguarding
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands education
• Access to a wide network of schools across the North East
• Opportunities to secure a permanent role in school
• Referral bonuses and recognition for your work

Sound like the right fit? Apply now!

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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