Be a Champion for SEND Students – Join Us as a Teaching Assistant!
Location: Loughton, Essex
Type: Full-Time
Are you ready to make a difference that truly matters? If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs, this is your chance to shine! We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic school in Loughton, where students aged 3–19 thrive with the help of a dynamic, caring team.
Your Role: A Day to Make a Difference
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of empowering students with complex needs, including autism (ASD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and challenging behaviour. Here’s how you’ll make an impact:
- Tailored Support: Provide one-on-one and group assistance, adapting your approach to help each student flourish.
- Foster Independence: Encourage students to develop life skills, boosting their confidence both in and beyond the classroom.
- Creative Engagement: Use innovative strategies to motivate and inspire progress, ensuring every child feels included and valued.
- Behavioural Support: Keep the environment calm and safe with expert de-escalation techniques and a positive attitude.
- Holistic Care: Offer dignified personal care when needed, always with empathy and respect.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to create a supportive, consistent learning experience.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Whether you’re an experienced pro or just starting out, here’s what we’re looking for:
- Experience or Passion for SEND: Prior experience with ASD, SLD, PMLD, or challenging behaviour is a plus—but a strong desire to learn and grow is just as valuable.
- Resilience & Flexibility: A positive, adaptable approach to handle the unique challenges and rewards of each day.
- Great Communication Skills: Build trust and rapport with students, families, and colleagues alike.
- Knowledge of SEN Practices: Familiarity with EYFS, KS1, or other relevant strategies is a bonus, but training is provided!
Your Qualifications & Skills
Here’s what will help you stand out:
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).
- Solid English and Mathematics skills.
- Experience with personal care or manual handling (training available for newcomers).
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We don’t just support students—we support you, too! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
- Extended Summer Break: 6 glorious weeks off to recharge and relax.
- Professional Development: Access ongoing CPD opportunities to advance your skills and career.
- Cutting-Edge Tools: Work in a modern, well-equipped environment designed to enhance learning.
- Weekly Pay: Competitive, reliable PAYE pay because your dedication deserves recognition.
What You’ll Need to Get Started
- UK residency and the right to work.
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Contactable references to support your application.
Ready to Make a Lasting Impact?
Join us as a SEND Teaching Assistant and help shape the futures of extraordinary students. Apply today to be part of an incredible journey where no two days are the same—and every day is meaningful.
Your next adventure starts here—don’t wait, apply now!
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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