SEN Teaching Assistant – Supportive Role in Merton Employer: Protocol Education Location: Merton, Greater London Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive daily rate, paid weekly via PAYE (no umbrella companies) Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Protocol Education is looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school community in Merton. This role offers the chance to work closely with pupils with diverse needs, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. What We Offer: Competitive pay, paid weekly via PAYE with no hidden deductions Secure, ongoing placements with opportunities for permanent roles Personalised support from a dedicated recruitment consultant Free CPD training including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management A friendly school environment focused on inclusion and professional growth Key Responsibilities: Providing 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEND including autism, speech and language difficulties, or learning disabilities Assisting teachers with lesson delivery tailored to individual education plans (IEPs) Supporting students’ emotional wellbeing and behaviour management Helping adapt learning resources to meet each pupil’s unique needs Promoting independence and social skills within the classroom and school ✅ Requirements: Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (in schools, care, or similar settings) A caring, patient, and flexible attitude Good communication and teamwork skills A valid Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to apply Availability Monday to Friday, term time only Make a difference every day by helping children overcome barriers and succeed. Apply today and join a supportive school community that values your expertise. 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.