Creative Teaching Assistant - SEND Focus

Protocol Education Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in SEND education is looking for Creative Teaching Assistants in Kingston-upon-Thames to support students with special educational needs. As part of a dedicated team, you will foster inclusive, supportive environments and enhance learning through tailored activities. This full-time, temporary role offers further opportunities and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Weekly PAYE pay

Access to CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children or young people, especially in SEND settings.
• Calm, adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting SEND learners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging lessons tailored to diverse learning needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, adapting activities to suit individual strengths.
• Assist with sensory activities and creative interventions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Creative Teaching Assistant – SEND Focus
Location: Kingston-upon-Thames
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Salary: £90–£100 Per Day (PAYE) + CPD

Make a Difference in SEND Education!

Are you passionate about creating supportive, inclusive learning environments? Do you thrive on finding innovative ways to help students with special educational needs (SEND) engage and succeed?

We’re looking forCreative Teaching Assistants to join dedicated SEND schools across Kingston-upon-Thames. These are temporary, full-time roles with a view to permanent positions and is your chance to bring creativity, patience, and empathy to students who need it most.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging lessons tailored to diverse learning needs.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support, adapting activities to suit individual strengths and challenges.

• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that celebrates each student’s achievements.

• Assist with sensory activities and creative interventions to help students develop essential skills.

• Support classroom management, including behaviour monitoring and safeguarding.

What You’ll Need

We’re seeking someone with a calm, adaptable approach and a genuine passion for supporting SEND learners:

• Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).

• Experience: Previous experience with children or young people, especially in SEND settings.

• Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, and an understanding of safeguarding.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working with autism, ADHD, or other SEND needs.

• A Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant SEND training.

• First Aid certification or Thrive Approach training.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Specialist Setting: Work in an environment that’s designed to support SEND students.

• Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of students with unique learning needs.

• Support and Pay: Weekly PAYE pay, local consultant support, and access to CPD opportunities.

Important Information

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 visit the Protocol Education website.

Ready to inspire and empower SEND learners? Apply now and become part of a team that makes every day meaningful!

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.