Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant – Full Time – Peterlee
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love a job where I can really make a difference,” this might be your moment.
A nurturing specialist school in Peterlee is searching for a Trainee SEND TA who’s compassionate, steady under pressure, and ready to learn the ropes of supporting pupils with complex needs.
The role:
• 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils access sensory activities
• Encouraging communication, independence, and confidence
• Being a calm and reliable presence throughout the day
The school:
• Highly structured, therapeutic environment
• Brilliant leadership with a really supportive culture
• A place where staff celebrate the little steps
You’ll be great if you:
• Enjoy problem-solving and thinking on your feet
• Have experience in care, youth work, sports coaching, nursery work, or similar
• Communicate clearly and calmly
• Are open to training and reflective practice
Protocol Education benefits:
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free Thrive training to boost your confidence and employability
• Online CPD you can access anytime
• A consultant who supports you from day one
If this sounds like the right stepping stone into SEND, let’s chat.
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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