SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with special educational needs. Whether in a full-time, part-time, or flexible position, you'll create impactful learning experiences that inspire and uplift young learners. Join us to make a difference in children's lives and help them thrive within an empathetic environment.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN students or in youth care.
• Willingness to apply for a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support EHCP objectives and create a safe learning environment.
• Collaboration with teachers to adapt learning strategies.
• Utilize behavior management strategies effectively.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Resilience

Teamwork

Job description

Various locations across the UK | Full-time, part-time & flexible days available

Are you the calm in the classroom storm? Do you light up when you see a child take a step forward—no matter how small? We’re looking for SEN TAs with patience, positivity, and passion to support incredible young learners with additional needs.

From autism and ADHD to speech and language challenges, you’ll be right there providing tailored support that really matters. This isn’t a typical TA role—it’s a chance to change lives, every single day.

What you’ll do:

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with additional needs

• Support EHCP targets and create a safe, nurturing space

• Collaborate with class teachers and SENCOs to adapt learning

• Use strategies to manage behaviour calmly and constructively

What we’re looking for:

• SEN experience (in schools, care, or youth work)

• Strong communication skills and empathy

• Team player with initiative and resilience

• Valid DBS or willingness to apply

If you're ready to be a student’s safe space and biggest cheerleader, we’re ready to find the perfect school for you.

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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