Impactful SEND Teaching Assistant | Flexible Placements

Protocol Education Limited; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible placements

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD training

Support from SEND consultant

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in specialist and mainstream schools, helping pupils with SEND access learning and develop social and emotional skills.

This rewarding role involves 1:1 and small group support, collaborating with teachers and therapists, and contributing to an inclusive learning environment. Previous experience not required; transferable skills from care, mentoring, sports coaching are welcome.

Qualifications

• No prior school experience required; transferable skills welcomed.
• Patience, compassion, and strong communication are essential.
• Ability to adapt and work with diverse SEND needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with SEND needs including Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language, and SEMH.
• Promote engagement, participation and independence in learning.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and wider school staff.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in specialist and mainstream schools, helping pupils with SEND access learning and develop social and emotional skills.

This rewarding role involves 1:1 and small group support, collaborating with teachers and therapists, and contributing to an inclusive learning environment. Previous experience not required; transferable skills from care, mentoring, sports coaching are welcome.