Jobs, fresher vacancy - Learning Support Assistant (LSA) • Newcastle Upon Tyne

Company: Protocol Education

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – North Tyneside Start Date: September 2025 | Full-TimeAre you looking for a rewarding role where every day brings a new opportunity to help young learners thrive?Whether you’re a recent graduate exploring a career in education or someone with a natural flair for helping children succeed, this Learning Support Assistant role in North Tyneside could be the perfect fit.Why North Tyneside? This coastal borough blends city convenience with seaside charm. With great transport links, plenty of green spaces, and a strong sense of community, it’s a brilliant place to work—and unwind after school. There’s something comforting about grabbing a coffee with a sea view, especially after a busy day in the classroom.Who We’re Looking For: You don’t need formal classroom experience—we’re after personality, passion, and a real drive to make a difference. If you’re: Patient, empathetic, and great at building relationships with children Proactive and ready to adapt to different classroom situations A clear communicator who can support behaviour positively Keen to learn and grow with the support of an experienced team …then you’re already halfway there.What You’ll Be Doing: Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups, particularly those with additional learning needs Helping teachers deliver engaging, accessible lessons Creating a calm and inclusive classroom atmosphere Encouraging pupils to build confidence and social skills Contributing to progress tracking and classroom organisation What’s in it for you? A welcoming, supportive school team that values every role Ongoing CPD and support from Protocol Education Weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella company fuss Career-building experience in one of the North East’s friendliest boroughs Bonus: Got a degree or relevant youth work/childcare experience? Great—but it’s not essential. What matters most is your approach.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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.