A positive school experience can change the future for a young person with additional needs. A specialist school in Peterlee is seeking a Support Assistant to work with pupils who have Autism Spectrum Condition, Severe Learning Difficulties and sensory processing needs. The school focuses on creating structured routines, supportive relationships and engaging learning experiences. Responsibilities • Supporting pupils during lessons • Encouraging communication and social interaction • Helping pupils manage sensory sensitivities • Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation What We Are Looking For We are keen to hear from individuals who are: • Passionate about supporting young people • Interested in working within education • Patient, understanding and supportive What’s in It for You? • Valuable SEN experience • Supportive working environment • Weekly PAYE pay We do not use umbrella companies, ensuring fair and transparent pay. Apply Now If you want to support pupils with additional needs and build experience in education, apply now to find out more. 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.