You know those moments, when a pupil finally trusts you, engages, or smiles for the first time? That’s what this role is all about.
We’re looking for an SEN TA in Sunderland to support pupils with complex needs in a specialist provision.
Why this role matters
Pupils need consistency, patience, and understanding
Every interaction has impact
You’ll be part of a team that genuinely gets SEND
The role
Working closely with pupils throughout a structured day, supporting learning, behaviour, and emotional development.
Key responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group support
Help pupils manage emotions and transitions
Support communication and interaction
Create a safe, predictable environment
About you
You’re calm, patient, and observant
You understand that behaviour is communication
You’re in this for the right reasons
If that sounds like you, we should talk.
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.
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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.
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