Creative Teaching Assistants

Protocol Education Ltd; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking dynamic Teaching Assistants with a knack for creativity and support for engaging lessons. You will cultivate a love for learning through hands-on activities, encouraging self-expression in a vibrant classroom environment. The role offers opportunities to utilize your creative skills while managing various educational needs.

Benefits

Weekly pay via PAYE

Free CPD including Thrive and SEND training

Dedicated consultant for support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational settings.
• Creative mindset with a playful approach.
• Confidence in supporting learners across EYFS, KS1, KS2.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with engaging, hands-on learning activities.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to inspire curiosity.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver creative lessons.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Patience

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Got a knack for storytelling, a love of glitter glue, or a secret talent for building volcanoes out of papier-mâché? We’re looking for creative souls who can turn everyday lessons into little adventures.

Protocol Education is on the hunt for Teaching Assistants who think outside the box—and love bringing learning to life. Whether your background’s in drama, art, music, or just good old-fashioned enthusiasm, we’ve got roles that will let your talents shine.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting pupils with engaging, hands-on learning activities

• Working 1:1 or in small groups to inspire curiosity and confidence

• Collaborating with teachers to deliver lessons with a creative twist

• Encouraging self-expression through arts, role-play, and project work

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children (schools, clubs, camps, etc.)

• A creative mindset and a playful, patient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Confidence supporting learners across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

• Bonus points if you’ve worked with SEND or have Thrive training (or want to do ours—it's free!)

The essentials:

You’ll need an enhanced DBS on the Update Service. If you don’t have one yet, no stress—we’ll help you sort it as part of registration.

Why Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella nonsense

• Free CPD including Thrive, behaviour support, and SEND training

• A dedicated consultant who champions your creativity

This isn’t just TA work. It’s hands-on, heart-first support that makes learning fun and meaningful.

Apply now to bring your creative flair to the classroom—or get in touch for a chat about what’s out there.

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.

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