SEN Teaching Assistant

For some pupils, learning is about much more than the classroom. It’s about feeling understood, supported and encouraged every step of the way.

A specialist SEN school near Peterlee is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, complex communication needs and moderate to severe learning difficulties.

The school follows a person-centred approach, recognising that every pupil learns differently and requires personalised support to achieve their potential.

The Role

You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils during the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils during lessons and practical learning activities
• Assisting pupils who may experience sensory sensitivities or anxiety
• Encouraging communication using visual supports and structured routines
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and engagement
• Helping create a calm and supportive classroom environment

What We Are Looking For

We are keen to hear from people who:

• Are passionate about working in the education sector
• Want to learn more about supporting pupils with additional needs
• Are patient, supportive and resilient
• Enjoy working with young people and helping them succeed

Experience with SEN or care settings is beneficial but not essential.

What’s in It for You?

• The opportunity to gain specialist SEN experience
• Supportive school environment with experienced staff
• Weekly pay through our agency
• PAYE pay structure – no umbrella companies or hidden deductions

Apply Now

If you would like to build a career supporting pupils with special educational needs, apply now to find out more about this rewarding role.

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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