Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant in Wakefield. This full-time role is perfect for Psychology Graduates eager to gain experience supporting young people with diverse needs, including Autism and ADHD. You'll work closely with students, providing essential support and encouragement, while benefiting from ongoing professional development and flexible work arrangements. Join a team committed to making a difference in education and take the next step in your career with a role that offers both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated educational consultant

Refer a friend scheme

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Support young people with various special educational needs.
• Training and support provided for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Assist students aged 11 to 16 with special educational needs.
• Provide support in the classroom and during activities.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, Wakefield

Client: Protocol Education

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 04fd1794138d

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: Psychology Graduate / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Start Date: ASAP or September 2025

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain experience working with young people to support your career progression as an Educational or Child Psychologist, Counsellor, or SEND Co-Ordinator?

Protocol Education is recruiting for two secondary schools that require Teaching Assistants to support their special educational needs departments. We seek dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic individuals to support young people!

This role involves supporting students aged 11 to 16 years with various special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Speech and Communication needs, and Behavioral-Emotional and Social difficulties.

The ideal candidate will have some experience supporting young people with SEND; however, training and support will be provided for career progression.

• Full-time position (Monday – Friday).
• Term-time only, aligned with the local authority academic calendar.
• Working hours from 8:15 am to 3:15 pm.

Benefits of working for Protocol Education:

• Ongoing professional development courses throughout the year.
• A dedicated educational consultant offering career and personal support.
• Refer a friend scheme with monetary rewards.
• Flexible work arrangements.

If you want to make a difference and support children and young people in education, APPLY NOW or send your CV to [emailprotected].

Applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for details.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with the possibility of becoming permanent later.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding children. We conduct safeguarding checks in accordance with DfE guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education,' which may include online searches for shortlisted applicants.

We offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must have or obtain a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance will be provided. For our privacy policy, visit the Protocol Education website.