Occupational Therapy Graduate - Teaching Assistant Role

Occupational Therapy Graduate - Teaching Assistant Role

Specialist School Ferryhill

Protocol Education is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapy graduate to work as a Teaching Assistant within a specialist SEN school in Ferryhill.

This role offers excellent experience for graduates interested in paediatric therapy, rehabilitation, or education. You'll support pupils with autism, complex physical needs, communication difficulties, and learning disabilities while developing valuable practical skills.

Duties include:

• Delivering individual and small-group support.
• Supporting sensory integration strategies.
• Encouraging communication and social development.
• Assisting pupils with daily routines.
• Monitoring progress and completing observations.
• Working collaboratively with the wider school team.

This is a highly rewarding position where every day is different. You'll need resilience, patience, and a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

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.