Looking for a role where your skills actually matter from day one?
As an Occupational Therapy graduate, you already have the tools — now it’s about putting them into practice.
We’re working with primary schools across Tyne and Wear looking for graduates to support pupils with additional needs in a classroom setting.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting children with autism, ADHD, and sensory needs
* Helping pupils develop coordination and motor skills
* Providing structure and routine to support learning
* Working closely with teaching staff and SEN teams
* Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils
Why this role stands out:
* You’ll see progress in real time
* You’ll build meaningful connections
* You’ll gain experience that directly supports your OT career
* You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment
What you’ll gain:
* Practical SEND experience
* Confidence working with children and young people
* A clear pathway into therapy or specialist roles
* Daily job satisfaction from helping others succeed
Apply today
If you’re ready to use your Occupational Therapy skills in a hands‑on, meaningful way, 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.
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.
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