Some roles are jobs. This one makes a difference, every single day. We’re working with a Sunderland specialist school looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism, SEMH, and additional needs. Why you’ll want this role A strong, values-led approach to education A structured day that supports both staff and pupils A focus on wellbeing and positive relationships A team that has your back The role Supporting pupils to engage, regulate, and grow within a safe, structured environment. What you’ll do Provide consistent, reliable support Help pupils manage emotions and behaviour Encourage independence and confidence Work as part of a dedicated team About you You’re patient, caring, and committed You bring energy and empathy You want to be part of something meaningful Be the reason a pupil has a better day. 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.