Actor/Actress

SEND Learning Support Assistant – Actors, Actresses & Drama Graduates

Turn Your Creativity into a Career That Changes Lives

Schools Mutual Services are seeking dynamic, creative individuals from acting and drama backgrounds to work as SEND Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), supporting children and young people with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) across a range of school settings in Gateshead.

If you thrive on energy, expression, and connection, this is your opportunity to use your skills in a truly meaningful way.

About the Role:

Step into a role where no two days are the same. You’ll be working in inclusive and specialist school environments, helping pupils engage with learning through creativity, structure, and imagination. Many of our schools use sensory and play-based approaches, making this the perfect fit for performers who know how to capture attention, build rapport, and adapt in the moment.

Why Your Background Works:

Your experience in performance gives you a unique advantage:

• You can think on your feet and adapt quickly
• You bring energy, confidence, and creativity into every interaction
• You understand the power of non-verbal communication and expression

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs
• Deliver creative, engaging, and sensory-based activities
• Encourage communication, confidence, and social interaction
• Support daily routines, transitions, and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to enhance learning

Ideal Backgrounds:

We are particularly interested in:

• Actors & Actresses
• Drama Graduates
• Workshop Leaders / Facilitators
• Youth Activity or Camp Leaders

About You:

• Outgoing, expressive, and adaptable
• Confident using creative approaches to engage others
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Experience working with young people is advantageous, but not essential

Why Join Schools Mutual Services?

• Leading weekly pay, with the amounts to scale.
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Health & Wellness Service, including 24-hour GP Access and Mental Health Stress counselling.
• Complementary continued training, including Safeguarding.
• Safeguarding

Important Information

At Schools Mutual Services, safeguarding is our top priority. All staff are subject to rigorous interview processes and reference checks. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and one will be carried out if you do not currently hold a valid certificate.

Please note: Applicants must be fully eligible to work within the UK education system. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered. We do not offer visa sponsorship, so please apply only if you meet all criteria.

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Pay: £100.00-£108.00 per day

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Transport links

Work Location: In person