A well-regarded specialist school in Gateshead is looking for enthusiastic and committed graduates to join their team as SEN Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
Whether your degree is in Psychology, Sociology, Education, Health & Social Care, Sports Science or a related field, your knowledge and passion will be valued and put into meaningful practice.
About the Role
As a Graduate SEN TA, you’ll be supporting pupils with a range of needs, including:
1. Autism (ASC)
2. Moderate to severe learning difficulties
3. Communication and sensory needs
4. Social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs
You’ll be working alongside teachers, therapists and support staff to create a positive, nurturing environment where every pupil can succeed.
Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
5. Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
6. Assisting pupils with communication and emotional regulation
7. Helping to deliver structured routines and personalised support plans
8. Encouraging independence, confidence and social interaction
9. Supporting sensory activities, classroom transitions and engagement in lessons
10. Offering a calm, patient presence to help pupils manage challenges
11. Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour
This role offers invaluable experience for anyone considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, youth work or SEND pathways.
Who We’re Looking For
12. Recent graduates with a passion for working with children or young people
13. Individuals who are empathetic, proactive and open to learning
14. Strong communicators who can build positive relationships quickly
15. Calm, resilient and patient personalities
16. People interested in SEND, behaviour, child development or pastoral support
17. A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
You do not need school-based experience—full support and guidance will be provided.
Why Join This Specialist School?
18. A supportive staff team who value graduate talent
19. Excellent training opportunities in SEND and behaviour support
20. A friendly, nurturing atmosphere where staff wellbeing is prioritised
21. Real progression opportunities for long-term careers in education
22. The chance to make a meaningful impact from your very first day
How to Apply
If you’re a graduate who is ready to step into a rewarding role where every day makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV or contact us for further information.
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 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.
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