Teaching Assistant – Be the Steady Hand They Can Rely On
Location: Northumberland
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Pay: £83–£95 per day (PAYE – no umbrella)
This is a school with big expectations—because the pupils here deserve nothing less. Every decision made, every support plan written, and every lesson delivered is about helping young people take ownership of their future.
And they need TAs who aren’t just kind and patient, but confident, assertive, and consistent. People who stay calm when it’s tough, give clear boundaries, and know when to stand firm. This is not a back-of-the-classroom kind of job. You’ll be on your feet, in the thick of it, helping young people navigate challenge and grow from it.
What the role involves
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Supporting pupils with complex behaviour and emotional needs
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Modelling calm, positive routines—especially in moments of dysregulation
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Working closely with teachers and behaviour teams
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Building real trust, even when that takes time
What the school believes in
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Respecting every individual equally
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Helping pupils learn to manage behaviour themselves
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Giving every child the education and future they deserve
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Recognising the exceptional—in their staff and their pupils
What we’re looking for
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Someone calm under pressure and quick on their feet
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Experience supporting SEMH or complex behaviour is ideal
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A strong presence and confident communicator
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Willingness to commit to consistency—these pupils need it
Why join Protocol Education?
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Weekly pay through PAYE
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Free CPD including behaviour and de-escalation training
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Local consultant support
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Roles that match your values and strengths
This role will challenge you—but it’ll also be one of the most rewarding things you ever do.
Apply now or get in touch to discuss whether this is the right fit for you.
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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