Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Bromley, London
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
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About Us:
At Protocol Education, we specialise in connecting compassionate professionals with rewarding roles in schools that support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive.
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The Role:
We are looking for caring and motivated individuals—particularly those with healthcare or social care experience—who are eager to transition into education as SEN Teaching Assistants. Your skills in areas such as personal care, medication support, and mobility assistance will be invaluable in helping children with a variety of additional needs succeed both academically and socially.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver one-to-one or small group support tailored to each pupil’s needs
* Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement personalised learning and care plans
* Assist pupils with daily tasks including mobility, feeding, and personal care (training provided)
* Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere for all students
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Who We're Seeking:
* Professionals from healthcare or social care sectors, including HCAs, nurses, or care workers
* Experienced Teaching Assistants or Graduate TAs with SEND knowledge or experience
* Candidates with backgrounds in performing arts or similar fields interested in SEND education
* Individuals with excellent communication skills and a patient, empathetic approach
* People willing to learn, adapt, and grow in an educational environment
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Why Work With Us?
* Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development to support your career journey
* Friendly and supportive team culture within inclusive schools
* Reliable PAYE salary with no hidden fees or umbrella company involvement
* Long-term employment opportunities with clear progression pathways
* The rewarding chance to make a positive impact on the lives of young people
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How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and want to develop your career in education, please send us your CV along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and motivation.
We look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals to our team in Bromley.
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.
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