If you’re the type of person who stays calm when the classroom feels a bit chaotic, and you love helping students find small wins that add up to big progress, this role will suit you perfectly. A fantastic specialist school in Gateshead is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. Their pupils have a range of complex needs, and the staff are known for being welcoming, supportive, and genuinely passionate about helping every child thrive. You won’t just be filling a gap, you’ll be part of a team that cares deeply about getting it right. What you’ll be doing Supporting pupils with autism, SEMH needs, communication difficulties, or learning disabilities Helping to deliver personalised routines, sensory activities, and structured learning Building safe, trusting relationships that help pupils feel grounded and confident Working closely with teachers, therapists, and senior leaders who value your input Keeping the day positive, consistent, and pupil-focused What we’re looking for Experience in SEND settings, specialist units, or supporting children with additional needs A steady, patient approach, especially during challenging moments Someone who can spot when a child needs space, reassurance, or a reset Great communication skills and a warm, empathetic manner What you get with Protocol Education Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella charges Free CPD through our online academy, including autism, de-escalation, and Thrive-inspired courses A dedicated consultant who knows the Gateshead SEND landscape Long-term opportunities in schools that genuinely value support staff Referral rewards when you recommend colleagues or friends If you want a role where you can make a meaningful impact every day, let’s talk. This school is ready to welcome someone who cares as much as they do. 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.