Sen Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Romford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Romford is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse needs. You will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to deliver tailored support inside and outside the classroom.

Ideal candidates have experience with children in school/SEN settings, a caring, patient approach, and strong communication. Training in SEN or TA qualifications is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally in school, SEN, or care settings.
• Patient, caring and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Assist delivery of targeted interventions and personalised learning activities.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Help implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy and patience

Education

SEN/TA qualifications desirable

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Romford.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential. Working closely with teaching staff and the SEND team, you will play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs.


• Assist with the delivery of targeted interventions and personalised learning activities.


• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.


• Help implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans.


• Promote independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.


• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support pupil progress.


• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

What You'll Need

• Previous experience working with children, ideally within a school, SEN, or care setting.


• A patient, caring, and empathetic approach.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.


• Confidence supporting children with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, and Speech & Language difficulties.


• A flexible and proactive attitude.


• Good literacy and numeracy skills.


• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Relevant SEN training or Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.