SEND Support Roles in Newcastle Are you calm under pressure, caring by nature, and looking for a role where what you do really matters? We’re looking for dedicated SEND Support Assistants to join a specialist education setting in Newcastle, supporting children and young people aged 3–19 with complex learning needs and physical disabilities. This role is about helping every young person feel safe, valued, and capable of achieving success. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates progress in all its forms, from first words to first steps, from new friendships to new confidence. The Role Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and sensory or physical impairments Help pupils engage in learning, therapy, and daily routines with patience and positivity Support independence and life skills development through structured activities Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and specialist staff to deliver tailored support Celebrate every achievement—big or small Working Pattern Full-time, long-term position (part-time options available) Monday to Friday, school hours You’ll Thrive in This Role If You Have: Experience working with children or young people with SEND A calm, patient, and nurturing approach Excellent communication skills and emotional awareness A genuine desire to make a difference in young lives We also welcome applicants from backgrounds such as: Care, youth work, or mentoring Health and social care Sports coaching or community work Personal experience supporting someone with SEND Why Join Protocol Education? Weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella companies Free access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive and behaviour support training A dedicated consultant to support you Opportunities in specialist and mainstream schools across the North East Flexible roles that fit around you Must-Haves Right to work in the UK Up-to-date DBS (or willingness to apply) Commitment to consistency, kindness, and reliability Apply today to start your journey supporting young people in Newcastle. 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.