We are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a large, forward-thinking secondary school in Northumberland that blends strong academic ambition with a deeply supportive community ethos. This is a school where students are genuinely known, valued, and encouraged to “Rise up and Shine” — and where support staff play a central role in that journey. As an LSA, you will work across KS3–KS5, supporting students with additional needs to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential. You will be part of a collaborative team that believes inclusion is everyone’s responsibility and that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. Northumberland | 11–18 School Setting £90 – £110 per day | PAYE | Depending on experience The Role Why This School Stands Out This school is values-driven and community-focused, with a clear commitment to respect, resilience, integrity, self-discipline and excellence. These are not just words on a wall — they shape daily life. What makes this setting particularly appealing: A strong pastoral structure where student wellbeing is prioritised Clear and consistent behaviour systems that support calm, purposeful classrooms A culture of high expectations matched with high support Opportunities to contribute to wider school life and enrichment A leadership team that values and invests in its support staff The school serves a wide catchment area and has a reputation for developing well-rounded young people who contribute positively to their community. Staff benefit from a sense of shared purpose and a genuine team ethos. Your Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND or additional needs Help students access lessons, stay engaged and build independence Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Work alongside teachers and pastoral leaders to track progress Contribute to creating an inclusive and aspirational learning environment The Ideal Candidate Experience supporting young people (education, youth work, care, tutoring or similar) Patient, adaptable and confident in building relationships Committed to inclusion and raising aspirations Proactive and willing to take initiative Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) Why Work with Protocol Education PAYE only Competitive daily rates Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training Dedicated consultant support Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles If you want to work in a school where values matter, staff are supported, and young people are encouraged to aim high, apply today or contact our team 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.