SEND Teaching Assistant – EYFS
Location: Newcastle
Contract: Part-Time
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £89–£110 per day
Looking to make a meaningful impact in early years education?
We’re looking for a patient, proactive, and nurturing SEND Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs in an EYFS setting at a welcoming primary school in Newcastle. This part-time role is ideal for someone who brings calm, consistency, and a real passion for helping children shine.
The school is rooted in empathy, respect, and the belief that every child deserves the right support to succeed. With a strong team spirit, they focus on inclusive learning, emotional wellbeing, and making every day count for their little learners.
What you’ll be doing:
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Providing 1:1 support in an EYFS classroom
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Helping your pupil access learning and build confidence
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Using visual aids, structured routines, and sensory strategies
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Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents
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Bringing calm, encouragement, and clear communication every day
What we’re looking for:
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Experience supporting children with SEND—ideally in EYFS or Primary
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Confidence using communication tools and sensory resources
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A team player who’s reliable, reflective, and ready to get stuck in
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Thrive training is a big bonus—if you’re not trained yet, we’ll support you to complete it for free
Why work through Protocol Education?
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Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)
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Free CPD and Thrive Approach training
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Personalised support from a local SEND specialist
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Simple, transparent registration and compliance process
This isn’t just another classroom job—it’s a chance to be the person a child looks forward to seeing every week. Let’s help them build a brilliant start to school life.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more.
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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