SEND Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Dover; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Tower Hamlets. You will work closely with the class teacher and the SEN team to support pupils with SEN, helping them access learning, build confidence and progress academically and socially.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, fostering inclusive learning, and close collaboration with the SENCO and staff. Previous SEN experience is desirable; hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30am–4:00pm.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a classroom setting.
• Ability to provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support.
• Strong communication and teamwork with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEN needs within the classroom.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support as required.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and school activities.
• Support communication, social and emotional development of pupils.
• Implement individual learning and support strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and other staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Classroom support

1:1 support

Team player

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP / To be confirmed

A welcoming primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to provide targeted support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, develop confidence and make positive progress both academically and socially.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs within the classroom
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and school activities
• Supporting pupils with their communication, social and emotional development
• Implementing individual learning and support strategies
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff
• Promoting positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their potential
• Patient, caring and understanding
• Confident working with children with additional needs
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable
• A strong communicator and team player
• Previous experience working with SEN pupils is desirable

Working hours: 8:30am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career working with children with SEN in a supportive primary school environment.

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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