Are you someone who genuinely cares about making a difference for children with special educational needs? Do you believe every child deserves to feel supported, understood and confident in their learning, no matter the challenges they face?
We’re currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across a range of needs. This is a rewarding role for someone who wants to be a steady, positive presence, helping children feel safe, supported and able to thrive in the classroom.
Role overview:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. You’ll help children access lessons, build independence and develop essential life skills, all while working in line with individual education plans and school expectations. No two days are the same, and even the smallest wins can have a huge impact.
Key responsibilities:
1. Support pupils with SEN and SEMH in a consistent, patient and nurturing way
2. Help children feel understood, supported and fully included in school life
3. Encourage engagement and focus during classroom activities
4. Create a calm, positive and reassuring presence throughout the school day
What we’re looking for:
5. Previous experience working with children, SEN experience is highly valued
6. An enhanced DBS on the update service is desirable, though can be applied for if not currently held
7. Relevant qualifications or training in education, care or support roles
8. Clear, confident communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people
If you’re ready to step into a role where your support genuinely matters every single day, we’d love to hear from you. Want to make a difference? Get in touch or apply today.
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 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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