We’re partnering with a welcoming school that’s passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can feel understood, included, and ready to learn. They’re looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant who brings calm energy, patience, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.
Whether you’ve already worked in SEND settings or you’re starting your journey in education support, you’ll be welcomed from day one and made to feel like a valued part of the team.
What your day could involve
Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
Helping children regulate emotions and engage with learning
Using creative, practical strategies to meet individual needs
Building positive relationships that boost confidence and progress
Working closely with teachers and a supportive wider team
What they’re looking for
A real passion for supporting children with additional needs
A calm, caring, and positive approach
Strong communication skills and a team-focused mindset
Experience with SEND or transferable care/support experience, helpful but not essential
Why work with Protocol Education
A consultant who takes the time to understand what works for you
Free CPD to build your confidence and skills
Opportunities in local schools that genuinely value support staff
If you’re after a role where the little wins mean everything and no two days are the same, this could be just the right fit.
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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