Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Interested in supporting children with additional needs? A welcoming primary school in Gateshead is looking for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs within the classroom. This school is known for its inclusive approach and strong support systems for both pupils and staff. About the role You’ll work alongside teachers and the SENCO to support pupils who benefit from extra help accessing learning. Your responsibilities will include: Providing one-to-one support for pupils with SEND Helping pupils stay engaged during lessons Supporting communication, learning and routines Delivering small group interventions Encouraging independence and confidence This role gives you the chance to build valuable experience working with children with additional needs. About you This opportunity is ideal for graduates considering careers in: Teaching Educational psychology Speech and language therapy SEND support We’re looking for someone who is: Patient, kind and supportive Interested in SEND and inclusive education A confident communicator Eager to learn and develop professionally Training & Support You’ll receive support from experienced school staff and access to training including: Safeguarding and child protection SEND support strategies Behaviour management Inclusive classroom support Why This School? Excellent SEND provision Supportive leadership team Strong mentoring for graduates Inclusive and nurturing environment in Gateshead If you want to start a meaningful career supporting children with additional needs, this could be the perfect opportunity. Apply today and begin your journey in education. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.