Location: Merton, UK Position: SEN Teaching Assistant Start Date: September Contract Type: Permanent Age Group: Primary Hours: Full-time We are currently seeking a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in schools across Merton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and is looking to make a lasting impact in a child’s life. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support plans Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies Adapt learning materials and approaches to meet individual needs Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment Requirements: Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (in a school, care, or support setting) A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Right to work in the UK A current DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) Available to start from September What We Offer: Competitive PAYE pay with no hidden deductions Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Supportive school environments focused on inclusion Long-term career prospects within SEN education A chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners If you're dedicated to supporting students with additional needs and ready for a rewarding challenge, apply now or contact us to learn more! 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.