SEND Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and specialist SEND training

Dedicated consultant support

Immediate starts

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in Swindon and surrounding areas. This role covers 1:1 and small-group support across primary, secondary and specialist SEND settings, with immediate starts and ongoing opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be patient, resilient and collaborative, with UK experience and a willingness to engage in safeguarding training. Competitive PAYE rates and free CPD are on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' UK experience as SEND TA or similar.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND including autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient approach.
• Reliable, professional and committed to pupil development.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in activities.
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and resource preparation.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and communication development.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Swindon

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible | Swindon & Surrounding Areas | Immediate Start & Ongoing

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Protocol Education is working with a range of primary, secondary and specialist SEND schools across Swindon, offering flexible, long-term and full-time opportunities with immediate starts available.

We are looking for caring, patient and resilient SEND Teaching Assistants who can provide high-quality support and help pupils develop their confidence, independence and learning.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, communication and interaction needs and other SEND.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in learning activities.
• Implement individual learning, behaviour and support strategies.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and communication development.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and preparation of resources.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' relevant UK experience as a SEND TA, SEN TA, Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar.
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is highly desirable.
• Understanding of individual learning and behavioural needs.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs.
• Reliable, professional and committed to pupil development.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable but not essential.

Why Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly PAYE rates.
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities.
• Immediate starts and ongoing work.
• Access to a wide range of SEND schools across Swindon.
• Free CPD and specialist SEND training.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities.

Role Details

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Swindon & surrounding areas
Settings: Primary, Secondary & Specialist SEND
Contract: Full-time, part-time & flexible
Experience: Minimum 6 months' relevant UK experience
Start: Immediate & ongoing

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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