The role We are supporting a large, inclusive secondary school with a strong reputation for student support to recruit a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). The role involves a mix of 1:1 support and in-class assistance, working closely with teachers and the SEND team to help students access learning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about inclusion, SEN support, or progressing into education or pastoral careers. Northumberland | Well-connected market town location £90 – £110 per day | PAYE | Depending on experience About the school 11–19 secondary school with a well-established sixth form Strong focus on SEND, wellbeing, and inclusive practice Calm, structured classrooms with clear routines Supportive SEN and pastoral teams Easily accessible by public transport and main road links across Northumberland Key responsibilities Support students with SEN, SEMH, or additional learning needs Provide 1:1 and small group interventions Assist teachers in the classroom to maintain engagement and progress Support behaviour, emotional regulation, and confidence Track progress and feedback to teaching and SEN staff The ideal candidate Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, tutoring, etc.) Patient, adaptable, and nurturing approach Confident supporting a range of needs including SEN and SEMH Willing to learn and work as part of a wider team Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply) Why work with Protocol Education PAYE pay only – no umbrella companies Weekly pay and competitive daily rates Access to CPD, SEN, and safeguarding training Dedicated local consultant for ongoing support Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles 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.