SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistants Wanted | September Starts Make a Difference Every Day Not every child learns in the same way. Some need extra encouragement, patience and support to help them thrive. That's where you come in. Protocol Education is looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with a range of additional needs, including SEND, Autism (ASD), SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ADHD, Speech & Language Needs and complex learning difficulties across schools in the area from September. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate or someone with a background in care or support work, this could be the perfect opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine impact on young lives. What You'll Be Doing Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needsSupporting students both inside and outside the classroomHelping children develop confidence, independence and social skillsPromoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviourAdapting learning activities to meet individual needsSupporting communication, sensory and regulation strategiesWorking alongside teachers, SENDCOs and external professionalsCreating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can succeed Who We'd Love to Hear From We welcome applications from people who are: Patient, compassionate and understandingCalm and resilient when faced with challengesPassionate about helping children reach their full potentialProactive and willing to learn new skillsStrong relationship-builders with excellent communication skillsReliable, flexible and committed to supporting young people Graduates Encouraged to Apply This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing careers in: TeachingEducational PsychologyClinical PsychologySpeech & Language TherapyOccupational TherapyCounsellingSocial WorkYouth Work We are particularly interested in graduates from: PsychologySociologyCriminologyDrama & Performing ArtsCreative ArtsEducation StudiesChildhood StudiesSports CoachingHealth & Social Care Many of these subjects develop the empathy, communication, creativity and behaviour-support skills that are highly valuable when working with children with SEND. Transferable Experience Welcome You do not need previous school experience to apply. We would love to hear from candidates with backgrounds in: Care and Support WorkResidential ChildcareMental Health SupportYouth WorkSports CoachingCommunity SupportNursery and Early Years SettingsSocial CareBehaviour Mentoring If you're passionate about helping others and making a difference, we can support you in developing your skills within education. Why Work with Protocol Education? Flexible supply and long-term opportunitiesWeekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductionsFree CPD and professional development trainingDedicated consultant support throughout your journeyOpportunities across mainstream schools, specialist SEND schools and alternative provisionsPotential pathways into permanent school positionsA genuinely rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to make an impact Apply Today If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can support children to overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to secure a September position and begin a rewarding career supporting children with SEND. 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.