SEND Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and looking to make a genuine difference in a school where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally?
Protocol Education is working with a highly regarded secondary school in Hexham seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a successful school that places a strong emphasis on inclusion, student wellbeing and helping every learner achieve their full potential.
The school has a strong culture of respect, engagement and aspiration, encouraging students to develop confidence, independence and resilience throughout their education.
Hexham, Northumberland
£92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate & January Starts Available | Long-Term Opportunity
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support students on a one-to-one and small-group basis
- Work with pupils with SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs
- Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning needs
- Encourage engagement, confidence and independence
- Help students overcome barriers to learning
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Work closely with teachers, SEND staff and pastoral teams
- Contribute to an inclusive learning environment
Why This School?
This successful 13-18 secondary school has an excellent reputation within the local community and is known for its supportive environment and strong focus on student development. Alongside high academic standards, the school places significant importance on ensuring students feel valued, included and equipped for future success.
We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for supporting young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy and resilience
- A proactive and adaptable approach
- Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is beneficial but not essential
Whether your experience comes from education, care, youth work, coaching or mentoring, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay & Benefits
- £92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE only)
- Weekly pay
- No umbrella companies
- FREE access to our CPD Academy
- FREE Thrive training
- Dedicated consultant support
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
Apply Today
If you're ready to support young people and develop your career within education, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity in Hexham.
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.
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