Job Title: Teaching Assistant (No Formal Qualifications Needed)
Location: South Shields
Salary: £89–£108 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2025
We’re working with a supportive SEND school in South Shields that’s looking for a caring, hands-on Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. No formal qualifications are required, just the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for working with children with additional needs.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, both in class and in small groups
2. Building positive, trusting relationships with children and staff
3. Helping pupils to engage with learning and school life
4. Supporting behaviour, routines, and emotional wellbeing
5. Working as part of a close-knit, friendly team
What we’re looking for:
6. Experience working with children or young people (this could be voluntary, care work, or youth work)
7. A patient, reliable, and proactive attitude
8. Willingness to undertake training, including Thrive and SEND support
9. A real commitment to helping every child succeed
In return, we offer:
10. Weekly PAYE pay
11. Free CPD and training opportunities, including Thrive training
12. Personal support from a dedicated consultant
13. The chance to build experience in a welcoming school community
If you fancy this new exciting challenge, 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 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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