KS2 SEND TA - WALTHAMSTOW

Protocol Education Ltd; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive school in Walthamstow is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for January 2026 to support KS2 children with SEMH and ASD needs. This role includes working with individuals and small groups under the guidance of a Class Teacher. Candidates should have experience with children in education settings, strong literacy skills, and preferably an NVQ Level 3. The school offers ongoing training, competitive pay starting at £90.00 per day, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD

Competitive rates of weekly pay

Professional support from experienced consultants

Social nights out

£50 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• At least one years’ experience working with children, preferably in an education setting.
• An interest in supporting children with SEMH and ASD needs.
• Good Literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with KS2 children with SEMH and ASD needs.
• Support children 121 and in small groups under the guidance of the Class Teacher.

Skills

Experience working with children

Good Literacy and numeracy skills

Understanding of behaviour strategies

Education

NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistant or equivalent

Job description

A progressive school in Walthamstow is looking to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant to work with KS2 children with SEMH and ASD needs. This position starts January 2026 - July 2026. You will be working 121 and with small groups of children under the guidance of the Class Teacher. The school is rated ‘good’ by Ofsted and is striving to be ‘outstanding’. The children are friendly and eager to learn, and the staff are very supportive. The school is a 3‑form entry and has excellent classroom facilities and a huge playing field. Free parking available around the school. Pay starts from £90.00 per day.

The successful candidate will have:

• At least one years’ experience working with children, preferably in an education setting
• An interest in supporting children with SEMH and ASD needs
• Good Literacy and numeracy skills
• A great understanding of behaviour strategies
• Ideally you will also have an NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification

In return Protocol will offer you:

• Ongoing CPD
• Competitive rates of weekly pay
• Professional support from our team of experienced consultants
• Social nights out with the rest of Protocol staff
• A wide variety of positions, both day to day and long-term
• £50 Referral Bonus for each teacher or teaching assistant you refer to us*

To take advantage of this great opportunity email your CV to [e-mail] or apply online at www.protocol-education.com.

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.

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