SEND Support Worker (School-based) – Newcastle
Full-time | Long-term | £89–£110 per day
Are you ready to make a real impact — one connection at a time?
We’re working with a specialist setting in Newcastle that supports autistic learners and pupils with complex needs. Their ethos is simple but powerful: create a safe, structured environment where every pupil is valued, understood, and supported to thrive.
They’re looking for a compassionate, proactive SEND Support Worker to join their team—someone who believes that every child deserves to be seen, heard, and championed on their learning journey.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism and complex learning needs
2. Supporting communication strategies, sensory routines, and daily transitions
3. Helping pupils manage behaviour, emotional regulation, and feel safe in the school environment
4. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to offer consistent support and care
What we’re looking for:
5. Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in schools, care, or youth services
6. A calm, flexible approach and strong relationship-building skills
7. Confidence around behaviour support and emotional needs (we’ll help with training if needed)
8. An understanding of autism—or a real curiosity and openness to learn
Why this role?
This school, based in the heart of Newcastle, is known for its dedicated team and their unshakable focus on pupil-centred care. If you want a role where your patience, commitment, and empathy are truly valued—this is the one.
With Protocol Education, you’ll get:
9. Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella fees
10. Free Thrive training and specialist SEND CPD
11. Dedicated support from your local SEND consultant
12. Opportunities for long-term roles in autism and complex needs settings
Want to be part of something meaningful?
Apply now or drop me a message to talk it through. We’ll help you find a role where every day counts.
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 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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