Job Title: Graduate Classroom SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Gateshead
Contract: Full-time, long-term opportunities
Start date: ASAP or next term
Graduated and keen to do something that actually makes a difference?
If you’re a graduate who’s interested in education, psychology, SEN or mental health, this Classroom SEN Teaching Assistant role is a brilliant way to get hands-on experience while supporting pupils who need it most.
We’re working with welcoming primary, secondary and specialist schools who are looking for graduates to support children with additional needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
No classroom experience? That’s okay. What schools really want is the right attitude, patience and a genuine interest in supporting young people.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups within the classroom
* Helping children access learning in a way that works for them
* Supporting emotional regulation, routines and positive behaviour
* Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
* Building strong relationships that help pupils feel safe and confident
This role is ideal if you:
* Hold a degree in any subject
* Are considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, SEN or mental health
* Are calm, empathetic and good at building rapport
* Want practical experience that goes beyond textbooks
* Enjoy working with people and being part of a supportive team
What Protocol Education offers you:
* Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
* FREE access to our online CPD Academy
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands graduate pathways
* Experience across mainstream, SEND and specialist settings
* A smooth and supportive registration process
Are you Thrive trained?
If not, no problem. We offer FREE Thrive training, which schools really value and which gives you practical tools to support emotional wellbeing and behaviour in the classroom.
If you’re ready to step into a role where your degree turns into real-world impact, this could be a great next step.
Apply now or get in touch for a chat, we’re always happy to talk things through.
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.
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