SEN Support Assistants

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments. As a SEN Support Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting children with diverse needs in primary schools across Southwark. This position offers flexibility with daily supply and long-term roles, along with ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Your compassionate approach and communication skills will help shape bright futures for children, making a real difference in their learning journeys. Embrace this opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment where every contribution matters.

Benefits

Free Professional Development

Ongoing Support from Consultant

Competitive Weekly Pay

Free SEN Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education or care settings.
• Any relevant SEN training (PECS, Makaton, Team Teach) is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to children.
• Assisting with learning, play, and personal development.
• Collaborating with teachers and parents for consistent progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Experience with Children

Education

Relevant SEN Training

Job description

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

At Protocol Education, we believe in creating inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive. We're working in partnership with a network of caring and forward-thinking primary schools across Southwark—and we’re looking for passionate SEN Support Assistants to join our team.

Whether you’re seeking the flexibility of daily supply or the consistency of a long-term placement, we’ll help you find the role that’s right for you.

About the Role:

In this rewarding position, you’ll support children across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 who may have:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• ADHD

• Communication and language needs

• Social, emotional, or behavioural challenges

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support

• Assisting with learning, play, and personal development

• Helping to implement strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement

• Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to ensure consistent, positive progress

Who We’re Looking For:

• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic individuals

• Experience working with children or young people (education, care, or support settings)

• Adaptability and strong communication skills

• Any relevant SEN training (PECS, Makaton, Team Teach) is welcome but not essential—we offer free training

What You’ll Get from Protocol Education:

• Access to both daily supply and long-term placements in Southwark

• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant, Lauren Horton

• FREE professional development and SEN training opportunities

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE—no umbrella companies or hidden deductions

• A chance to make a genuine difference in a child’s learning journey

Whether you want to gain classroom experience or continue your career in SEN, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Apply today and help shape bright futures across Southwark with Protocol Education.

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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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