SEND Teaching Assistant: 1:1 & Small Group Support

Protocol Education Limited; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Greenwich school. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND, including ASC/ADHD and speech needs, under guidance from teaching staff.

You will help implement EHCP targets, work with teachers and external professionals, and foster pupil independence, confidence, and engagement while contributing to positive behaviour management.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Knowledge of a range of additional needs and learning difficulties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language needs, SEMH, and other additional learning needs.
• Assist in implementing EHCP targets and tailored learning strategies.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Encourage pupil independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Adaptability

Resilience

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Greenwich school. The role involves 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND, including ASC/ADHD and speech needs, under guidance from teaching staff.

You will help implement EHCP targets, work with teachers and external professionals, and foster pupil independence, confidence, and engagement while contributing to positive behaviour management.