SEN Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Newcastle upon Tyne, England Jan 27, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Contract Permanent

SEN Learning Support Assistant focuses on supporting students on a 2:1 ratio or delivering 1:1 interventions.

What the role involves

  • Supporting students on a 2:1 ratio or delivering 1:1 interventions.
  • Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
  • Collaborating with teaching staff to plan.
  • Delivering high-impact interventions.
  • We care about your well-being and will regularly check in to ensure you have everything you need to be happy in your workplace.

Skills and requirements

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience supporting children or families with SEN or challenging behaviours.
  • An understanding of trauma-informed strategies and a commitment to building connections before setting corrections.
  • Demonstrated understanding and prioritisation of safeguarding principles.
  • Full-time, permanent position.

Confirmed role details

  • This school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, boasts excellent transport links and has an Onsite car park.

Candidate fit

  • We are working with a school in the heart of Newcastle who are looking for a passionate, proactive and confident Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils with SEND 1:1.

Additional role context

  • We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.
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