If you’re the kind of person who celebrates the small wins and knows that a steady presence can completely change a child’s day, this role will feel right at home.
A welcoming primary school in the Gateshead area is looking for a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to work with a child in their early years setting. This pupil needs someone patient and encouraging, someone who can help them feel safe, settled and ready to take on their learning at their own pace.
What you’ll be doing
1. Supporting a child in Nursery or Reception on a one-to-one basis
2. Helping them access learning through play, routines and gentle structure
3. Using visuals, modelling and simple communication strategies
4. Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals
5. Encouraging confidence, independence and emotional regulation
What they’re hoping to find
6. Experience supporting children with additional needs
7. A warm, reassuring personality who builds trust easily
8. Someone who loves early years and understands the power of consistent routines
9. A team player who’s happy to get stuck in, adapt and bring ideas to the table
Why work with Protocol Education?
10. Weekly PAYE pay
11. Free access to our online CPD academy
12. Support from a local consultant who genuinely listens
13. Opportunities across mainstream, SEND and alternative provisions
If this sounds like the role for you please send across your CV and apply!
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.
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