Some pupils need more than just teaching — they need understanding, patience and the right support to thrive. A specialist SEN school in Sunderland is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, communication needs and sensory sensitivities. The school places a strong emphasis on structured learning, communication development and emotional regulation, creating a safe and predictable environment for pupils. Location: Sunderland Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Daily Routine • 8:30am staff start • Structured lessons with small class sizes • Sensory breaks and communication sessions • Supervised social times • 4:30pm finish with debrief and planning The Role • Supporting pupils during lessons • Encouraging engagement and focus • Supporting communication strategies • Assisting with emotional regulation • Working collaboratively with teaching staff Experience Requirements Desirable but not essential: • Experience working with children or SEN • Care or support background • Interest in autism and communication needs Dress Code • Practical and professional • Comfortable footwear • Suitable for active support What We Are Looking For • Passion for education • Interest in SEND • Patient and supportive nature • Strong relationship-building skills What’s in It for You? • Specialist SEN experience • Supportive school environment • Weekly PAYE pay No umbrella companies — transparent pay only. Apply Today If you want to support pupils and build a career in education, apply now. 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