Trainee Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN Provision

Not every pupil learns in the same way — and the right support can help them rediscover confidence in education.

A specialist secondary SEN school in Sunderland is seeking a Trainee Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11–16 with Autism, ADHD and communication needs.

Location: Sunderland
Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Daily Routine

• 8:30am staff start
• Structured lessons with small class sizes
• Breaks and lunch spent supporting pupils socially
• End of day at 4:30pm, including planning and feedback

The Role

• Supporting pupils in lessons
• Helping manage behaviour and engagement
• Supporting communication and learning strategies
• Encouraging independence and confidence

Experience Requirements

No direct school experience required.

Ideal for:

• Graduates
• Youth workers
• Support workers
• Individuals passionate about education

Dress Code

• Smart-casual
• Comfortable and practical

What’s in It for You?

• Experience in SEN secondary setting
• Career progression opportunities
• Weekly PAYE pay

No umbrella companies — fair, transparent pay only.

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Interested in starting your career in education? Apply now.

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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