Kickstart Your Education Career This January Work in Schools Across Durham Are you a Childhood Studies graduate ready to make a real difference in children’s lives? Protocol Education is looking for passionate graduates to join as Learning Support Assistants and SEND Support Assistants from January Opportunities to Suit You: Long-term roles: Support pupils with SEND needs throughout the year. Day-to-day supply work: Gain experience across different schools and age groups. 1:1 & small group support: Help pupils thrive in literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Classroom support: Assist teachers in creating inclusive, engaging learning spaces. Requirements: Degree in Childhood Studies or related field Enthusiasm for supporting children’s learning Available from January 2026 DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply) Why Choose Protocol Education? Competitive weekly pay Flexible work around your lifestyle or studies Dedicated consultant to guide your career CPD & SEND specialism development Start your education journey and make a difference in children’s lives! 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.