Sen Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Madeley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Refer-a-friend bonus

Online courses access

Access to 4,000+ schools network

DBS check guidance

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs at a school in Madeley, identified as Ofsted‑rated Good. You will help students succeed, building trusting relationships and promoting inclusive learning within a nurturing environment.

The role suits experienced assistants or graduates aiming to gain classroom exposure before teacher training, with safeguarding training provided and access to online courses through Protocol Education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs or a strong desire to do so.
• Ability to follow EHCPs or other personalised learning plans.
• Genuine passion for making a positive difference in SEN.
• Ability to create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment.
• Patient, empathetic approach to diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN in learning activities and daily routines.
• Communicate effectively to motivate and encourage students.
• Build trusting relationships to help pupils thrive.
• Follow EHCPs and adapt activities to individual plans.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Be flexible and proactive in responding to different situations.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Relevant SEN qualifications or training

Job description

An Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school in Madeley is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a highly rewarding opportunity within a supportive school environment. The ideal candidate will be encouraging, non-judgemental, patient, approachable, positive, and adaptable.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need to communicate with students in a supportive and motivating way, helping to build strong, trusting relationships that enable them to thrive.

This role is well suited to experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates, or aspiring teachers who are looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing teacher training.

We are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who:

• Has previous experience working with children with additional needs, or a strong desire to do so
• Is able to follow EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans) or other personalised learning plans
• Demonstrates a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs
• Can create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that supports every child’s development
• Shows patience, empathy, and understanding when supporting diverse learning needs
• Takes a proactive and flexible approach, adapting to different situations and challenges

Protocol Education can offer you:

• Weekly pay through PAYE (no hidden umbrella costs)
• Support from a professional and experienced team of consultants
• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Access to over 50 online courses, including Diploma and Certificate level qualifications
• Opportunities with over 4,000 schools across the UK, as a trusted and preferred supplier
• A strong track record of successfully placing over 10,000 candidates into employment

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.

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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