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Autism Specialist SEND Support | KS1 | Westerhope
Job in
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, SY7, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-10
Listing for:
Protocol Education Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
A Primary School in Westerhope is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant with strong autism experience to join their Additional Resource Provision (ARP). This role is focused on working with a small group of KS1 children with autism and additional needs, providing 1:1 and small group support in a structured, nurturing environment.
You will be working with a team who are known for their friendly, helpful and welcoming manner.
What you’ll be doing :- Providing consistent, calm, and patient support to Year 1 children with autism in the ARP
- Supporting communication through visual aids, structured routines, and tailored strategies
- Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to deliver EHCP targets
- Helping children regulate emotions, develop independence, and build confidence
- Creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where every child feels valued
- Experience supporting children with autism (essential)
- Confident using strategies to support communication and behaviour regulation
- Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
- Flexible and proactive, with a strong commitment to inclusion
- Available immediately and able to commit full-time
- You have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service
- Supportive, collaborative staff team
- A chance to make a real difference to children’s early education
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities (including free Thrive Approach training)
- Weekly pay via PAYE and a dedicated consultant to support you
Apply today to start making a difference from day one. This role is available for an immediate start, so don’t miss out!
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