1:1 SEN Support

Protocol Education; Clays End, Cameley, Compton Dando; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Flexible work

Long-term, short-term and permanent机会

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs in primary schools across Somerset. The role focuses on delivering tailored 1:1 support, helping students access learning, develop socially and emotionally, and achieve positive outcomes inside and outside the classroom.

Ideal candidates bring empathy, patience and strong communication, with an understanding of SEND such as Autism or ADHD.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive attitude towards supporting learning.
• Understanding of additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language needs or SEMH is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND.
• Build positive and trusting relationships that encourage confidence, engagement and independence.
• Support teachers in delivering personalised learning strategies and interventions.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Patience

Adaptability

SEND awareness

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you thrive on making a real difference to a child's educational journey while helping them build confidence, independence and achieve their full potential?

Protocol Education is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming primary schools across Clutton, Temple Cloud, High Littleton, Paulton, Farrington Gurney, Timsbury, Radstock and the surrounding Somerset villages. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs in nurturing and inclusive school environments.

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, helping them access learning, develop socially and emotionally, and achieve positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs and families, you will play a key role in delivering personalised support and creating a positive learning experience. Whether you have previous SEND experience or transferable skills from care, support work, youth work or childcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND.
• Build positive and trusting relationships that encourage confidence, engagement and independence.
• Support teachers in delivering personalised learning strategies and interventions.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, breaktimes and wider school activities.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive attitude towards supporting learning.
• Understanding of additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language needs, SEMH or other SEND requirements is advantageous.
• A genuine passion for helping children succeed and thrive.

Why Work With Protocol Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £92-£96 per day, depending on experience.
• Flexible work to suit your availability and lifestyle.
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term and permanent positions.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Experience across a variety of local primary schools.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• The chance to make a lasting impact in your local community.

What We Need to Clear You

Before you can start work, we'll need:

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK.
• Two proofs of address (such as a driving licence, utility bill or council tax statement).
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained.
• References covering the last two years, including childcare or education settings where applicable.
• An overseas police check if you have lived abroad for three months or more within the last five years.

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.