Exciting Career Opportunity at a Special Needs School in Sunderland
Do you have a passion for art, music, or acting? Are you a creative and enthusiastic individual with experience as a support worker or teaching assistant? If so, we have a unique and rewarding opportunity for you!
Calling All Creative Minds!
We are seeking talented and compassionate individuals with a flair for creativity to join our team at a special needs school in Sunderland. As a support worker or teaching assistant, you will play a vital role in nurturing creativity and supporting students in a dynamic sensory environment.
You’ll help develop:
- Hand-eye coordination
- Speech and language skills
- Social and communication abilities
- Independence
- Cognitive processes
In addition, you’ll inspire students by engaging them in subjects such as art, music, cooking, and physical education.
Key Details:
- Position: Teaching Assistant
- Location: Sunderland
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Pay: £83.85 per 6.5-hour day
- Benefits: Opportunities for growth, inclusive and supportive environment
Role Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll use your creativity to engage students in stimulating activities while providing personalized support. You will:
- Facilitate activities like music, art, PE, and cooking to promote engagement and skill development.
- Help improve communication and hand-eye coordination through interactive and sensory-based learning.
- Assist with sensory integration in the classroom.
- Collaborate with teachers to assess students’ needs and track progress.
- Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment aligned with the school’s values and policies.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Prior experience working with children is essential.
- Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for helping students thrive and achieve their potential.
- Commitment: Dedication to promoting student learning and development.
- Creativity: An imaginative approach to engaging students in various subjects.
Apply Today!
If you’re ready to make a positive impact and bring creativity to education, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: Submit your CV to lewis.sutherland@protocol-education.com
Call: 0191 279 7270
Applications are reviewed within 24 hours—don’t miss your chance to inspire the next generation!
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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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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