SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in a well-regarded secondary school. The role involves fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment while assisting students in their academic, social, and personal development, with potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN students, including those with autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties.
• Demonstrates patience, flexibility, and adaptability in responding to unique needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the academic, social, and personal development of SEN students.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCO to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Provide one-on-one support for students with additional needs.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Adaptability

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Appropriate qualifications and training

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant – September 2025

Protocol Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs (SEN) in a well-regarded secondaryschool.Known for its inclusive ethos and commitment to student well-being, the school fosters a collaborative and nurturing environment. This role offers the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

About The Role:

• Support the academic, social, and personal development of SEN students in classes, small groups, or individually.

• Collaborate with class teachers and the SENCO to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Provide one-on-one support for students with additional needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.

• Foster a positive and encouraging atmosphere that supports learning and emotional well-being.

• Attend to the physical and sensory needs of students with SEN, providing necessary assistance and accommodations.

• Support the development of key skills such as communication, social interaction, and independence through tailored activities.

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working withSEN students, including those with autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties.

• Demonstrates patience, flexibility, and adaptability in responding to the unique needs of students.

• Can work effectively with teachers, SENCO, and external specialists to provide comprehensive support.

• Maintains a positive and nurturing atmosphere that encourages student engagement and well-being.

• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.

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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