Protocol Education is working with a range of specialist schools in the Gateshead area who are looking for a Support Care Worker who can bring patience, warmth, and a calm presence to the day. The pupils here have a range of additional needs, and they thrive when surrounded by adults who understand them and genuinely want the best for them. If you’re someone who naturally notices the little things, stays steady during busy moments, and believes every child deserves to feel safe and supported, this could be your perfect next step. What your days will look like as a Care Support Worker: Offering one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND Helping children navigate routines, emotions, and sensory needs Working closely with teachers and therapists to create safe learning environments Encouraging independence and celebrating progress in all its forms Bringing kindness, consistency, and reassurance to pupils who rely on it You’ll do well here if you: Have experience in care, support work, youth work, or SEND settings Are calm, patient, and quick to adapt Communicate clearly and build trust with children and staff Want a role where your presence truly makes a difference Enjoy being part of a supportive, dedicated school community What you’ll get with Protocol Education Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella deductions A local consultant who supports you throughout your placement FREE access to our online CPD Academy (SEN, safeguarding, behaviour training and more) Opportunities across SEND, alternative provision, and mainstream A smooth, friendly registration process Roles that value your skills and your wellbeing If you’d like a role where you can make a real difference to young people who benefit from steady, caring support, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Apply today and we’ll guide you through the next steps. 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.