A friendly and inclusive school in Durham is searching for an SEN Teaching Assistant for an immediate start who can bring patience, positivity, and consistency to their team. If you enjoy helping pupils who need a bit more support to feel settled and confident, this role could be a brilliant fit. About the role You’ll work closely with pupils who have additional learning or emotional needs, helping them take part in lessons and daily routines. Every day is different, and your support will play a huge part in helping pupils feel safe and ready to learn. Your responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis throughout the school day Using agreed strategies to help with behaviour, focus, and emotional regulation Encouraging pupils to build confidence, independence, and positive relationships Helping create a calm classroom environment where every child feels included Working closely with teachers, the SENCO, and other staff to support consistent progress What the school offers A welcoming team who value collaboration and open communication Clear guidance and tailored support from experienced staff A nurturing environment where pupils’ needs are truly understood Training opportunities to help you grow in the role Requirements Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEN setting A calm, steady approach to behaviour and emotional challenges Strong communication and relationship-building skills A genuine desire to help pupils feel safe and supported Why join Protocol Education? Weekly pay through PAYE Free CPD courses to boost your confidence and skills A dedicated consultant who supports you from start to finish Opportunities in a range of SEND and mainstream settings across Durham If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, I can talk you through next steps and introduce you to the school. 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.