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Pastoral Teaching Assistant

📍 Location
South Shields
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 07, 2026

About the Role

Do you naturally connect with young people and support their wellbeing?


We’re looking for a Pastoral-focused Teaching Assistant to support pupils who benefit from emotional guidance, structure, and encouragement throughout the school day.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys being a trusted adult in a pupil’s school life.

What you’ll be doing:
Supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural needs
Providing reassurance and guidance
Working closely with pastoral and safeguarding teams
Helping pupils regulate emotions and stay engaged
Building positive relationships

What we’re looking for:
Experience in pastoral, youth work, or education settings
A calm, empathetic approach
Strong listening and communication skills
Consistency and patience

Thrive training provided free if you’re not already trained.

Why Protocol Education?
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