SEND Support Assistant – All-Through Specialist Setting (Newcastle) Location: Newcastle Salary: £89–£108 per day (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2025 Looking for a role where every day makes a difference? We’re working with a brilliant all-through special school in Newcastle that supports children and young people with a wide range of SEND, including autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs. They’re after a SEND Support Assistant who brings warmth, consistency, and kindness to the classroom—someone who’s not just there to support, but to champion each pupil’s personal journey. Why this school stands out: A truly inclusive setting built on respect, connection, and belief in every child’s potential Pupils are supported to grow in confidence and independence—academically and personally Strong focus on communication, emotional regulation, and real-life skills Staff work as a team to create a safe, nurturing space where young people feel seen and supported What your day might look like: Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, tailored to EHCPs Helping with classroom activities, personal care, and sensory regulation Encouraging communication, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing Working closely with teachers and therapists to deliver individualised learning Celebrating every milestone—big or small—with a proper cheer What we’re looking for: Experience supporting SEND (schools, care, community—it's all welcome) A calm, patient, flexible approach Confidence to support personal care and complex needs (full training provided) A real passion for inclusive education and positive behaviour support Why join Protocol Education? Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella company deductions Free access to SEND CPD including Thrive and de-escalation training A local consultant who genuinely understands your area and schools Long-term roles that can lead to permanent opportunities This isn’t just a support role—it’s a chance to be the steady hand that helps shape someone’s future. Apply today or drop us a message to find out more. 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.