SEND Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support & Growth

Protocol Education Limited; Eltham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible opportunities

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD training

Support from SEND consultant

Opportunities across settings

Pathways into permanent roles

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work within specialist and mainstream schools supporting pupils with SEND. This role focuses on helping children access learning and develop social and emotional skills.

No prior school experience required; transferable skills welcomed. Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements with weekly PAYE pay and access to CPD training.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small group settings
• Assisting students with SEND needs including Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language needs, and SEMH
• Promoting engagement, participation, and independence in learning
• Building trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and supported
• Working alongside teachers, therapists, and wider school staff
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Helping to create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment
• Celebrating and recognising pupil progress and achievements

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work within specialist and mainstream schools supporting pupils with SEND. This role focuses on helping children access learning and develop social and emotional skills.

No prior school experience required; transferable skills welcomed. Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements with weekly PAYE pay and access to CPD training.