SEN Support Assistants

Protocol Education Ltd; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate SEN Support Assistants in Lewisham to support children with special educational needs. This role offers both daily supply and long-term placements, providing flexibility while making a significant impact on young learners' lives. With opportunities for free specialist training and a dedicated consultant for support, you can grow your career while helping children thrive. Join a team that values your contribution and empowers you to make a real difference in education.

Benefits

Free CPD training

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Access to specialist training and SEN resources

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Relevant training in SEN practices is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support in the classroom.
• Assist with tailored learning activities and behavior strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Proactivity

Experience with children

Education

Relevant training (Team Teach, PECS, Makaton)

Job description

Make a Real Difference in Lewisham – SEN Support Assistants Needed in Primary Schools
Lewisham & Surrounding Areas | Daily Supply & Long-term Roles | Immediate & Ongoing Starts

At Protocol Education, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive—and that starts with the right support. We're proud to partner with inclusive and welcoming primary schools across Lewisham, and we're on the lookout for SEN Support Assistants who are ready to make a real impact.

Whether you’re looking for flexible daily work or a more stable, long-term placement, we have roles to suit your availability, experience, and career goals.

The Role:

You'll support children across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 with a range of special educational needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• ADHD

• Speech and language difficulties

• Emotional and behavioural needs

Your day-to-day might involve:

• Providing 1:1 or small group support in the classroom

• Assisting with tailored learning activities and behaviour strategies

• Supporting children’s emotional regulation and wellbeing

• Helping with transitions, routines, and sometimes personal care

Whether you're stepping into a school for the day or becoming a regular part of a pupil’s support team, your presence will matter.

What We’re Looking For:

• Empathetic, reliable, and proactive individuals

• Experience with children or young people (school, care, or voluntary work)

• Strong communication and a positive, can-do attitude

• Relevant training (Team Teach, PECS, Makaton) is a bonus—but we offer free CPD too!

What Protocol Education Offers:

• Daily supply roles for flexibility and variety

• Long-term placements for consistency and deeper impact

• A dedicated consultant—Lauren Horton, based in our South London branch

• Free access to specialist training and SEN resources

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella fees

• Friendly, ongoing support throughout your journey

Looking for a role that works around your life—or one where you can grow long-term? We’ve got both.
Join Protocol Education and support young learners in Lewisham to reach their full potential.

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0208 971 1296
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.

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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