Got a creative spark and a big heart? You might be just who we’re looking for.
We’re working with a brilliant specialist school in South West London that supports children with complex physical and learning needs. They’re on the lookout for Teaching Assistants who bring something extra to the table—whether that’s a background in art, drama, dance, music, or simply the imagination to see the world through a child’s eyes.
If you’ve worked in creative environments and want to use your skills to support and inspire pupils who learn differently, this could be your perfect next step.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Supporting pupils with physical disabilities, medical needs, and complex learning profiles
Using creative tools and sensory strategies to help students engage and communicate
Assisting with personal care, physical support, and classroom routines
Collaborating with a warm, multidisciplinary team that celebrates every small win
What We’re Looking For:
Full-time availability, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Experience in a creative field (art, drama, music, dance, design) or working with children
A caring, imaginative approach with strong communication skills
Willingness to support personal care and mobility needs
What You’ll Get from Us:
Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella fees!)
FREE CPD, including autism awareness, sensory integration, and Makaton
Friendly, honest consultant support—tailored to your strengths
A long-term role in a nurturing setting where creativity is celebrated daily
If you believe learning should be joyful, expressive, and inclusive—you’ll thrive in this role. Let’s put your creativity to work in a way that really matters.
Apply now and we’ll talk next steps.
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.
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