Qualified Teaching Assistant

Location: South Shields
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: SEN
Reference: ghatee
Salary: £89 - 110 per day
Job Published: about 2 hours ago

Qualified Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs Pathway

Location: South Tyneside
Contract: Full time, long term
Start: ASAP
Pay: £89 to £110 per day (PAYE)

This specialist provision supports pupils with communication differences, sensory needs and complex learning profiles. They’re looking for a qualified TA who can deliver confident, compassionate support.

Daily responsibilities:

  • Delivering structured tasks with clear routines

  • Helping pupils regulate emotions and manage transitions

  • Supporting personalised learning plans

  • Using visuals, sensory tools and communication aids

  • Working within a close-knit SEND team

You’ll be great if you:

  • Hold a recognised TA qualification

  • Have experience supporting complex or diverse needs

  • Stay calm and upbeat during challenging moments

  • Enjoy adapting tasks creatively for individual pupils

Protocol offers:

  • Weekly PAYE pay

  • Free CPD in Autism, Sensory Approaches and Thrive

  • Support from a consultant who knows your setting well

If you enjoy making learning accessible and meaningful, this role will feel incredibly rewarding.

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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