SEND Teaching Assistant – South Shields
Location: South Shields
Salary: £89–£108 per day (depending on experience, skills and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: September 2025
We’re working with a brilliant specialist school in South Shields that provides a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with a wide range of needs. They’re after a SEND Teaching Assistant who’s not fazed by a challenge, and who knows how powerful consistent, caring support can be.
About the role:
You’ll be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, SEMH, and communication difficulties. This could be 1:1, small group, or whole-class depending on the day - so flexibility is key. You’ll be working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to help each child feel seen, heard, and safe.
What the school values:
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Respect, honesty, and empathy at the heart of everything
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Strong communication, both verbal and non-verbal
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Encouraging independence and confidence in every learner
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A consistent, kind approach to behaviour and wellbeing
Who we’re looking for:
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Someone with experience in a SEND setting (formal or informal)
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A calm, proactive and positive communicator
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A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
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Someone who genuinely believes every child can succeed
What you’ll get from Protocol Education:
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Weekly PAYE pay-no umbrella complications
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Free access to Thrive and de-escalation training
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Ongoing CPD through our online training platform
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A dedicated SEND consultant who knows your local schools
If you’re ready for a role where your kindness counts, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today 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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