Learning Support Assistant – Hexham £90–£110 per day | Full-time | Ongoing role Looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference every day? We’re working with a thriving secondary school and sixth form in Hexham that’s known for its inclusive approach, strong academic standards, and focus on helping every student achieve their best. You’ll be joining a team who live by their values of respect, engagement, and aspiration — and who believe in giving young people every opportunity to succeed. The Role You’ll support students across Key Stages 3 to 5, helping them access a broad, balanced curriculum and develop the confidence to flourish. The role involves both classroom-based support and small-group interventions, working closely with teachers and the SEN team to create a calm, encouraging learning environment. Your Day-to-Day Supporting individual students and small groups in lessons Helping learners stay focused, motivated, and confident Assisting teachers in delivering inclusive, accessible lessons Supporting literacy, numeracy, and study skills Contributing to the school’s strong pastoral and enrichment culture What We’re Looking For Experience supporting children or young people (in education or similar settings) A patient, adaptable, and positive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills (Bonus) Experience working with SEND or SEMH needs Why Join Protocol Education Weekly pay through PAYE — no umbrella deductions Free access to our online CPD Academy Dedicated local consultant support Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings Referral rewards for recommending colleagues This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible, with the potential to become long-term for the right person. Apply today or get in touch to learn more about how this could be your next step in education. 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.