Join Our Team as a SEND Teaching Assistant!
Location: Loughton, Essex
Type: Full-Time
Are you driven by a passion for helping children with special educational needs thrive? We’re seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 3–19 with a range of complex needs, including autism (ASD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and challenging behavior.
This is an incredible opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and be part of a supportive, dynamic team in a highly regarded school in Loughton.
Your Role Will Include:
- Tailored Support: Provide one-to-one and group assistance, adapting your approach to meet individual needs and help students reach their potential.
- Promoting Independence: Empower children to develop essential life skills and build confidence in and out of the classroom.
- Positive Engagement: Use creative and practical strategies to encourage active participation and progress.
- Behavioral Support: Apply excellent de-escalation techniques and create a calm, safe learning environment for all pupils.
- Holistic Care: Assist with personal care needs where necessary, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure a consistent, supportive approach to learning and development.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience or Interest in SEND: Previous experience with ASD, SLD, PMLD, or challenging behavior is ideal, but enthusiasm and a genuine interest are just as important.
- Resilience & Adaptability: Flexibility and a positive attitude are key in this varied and rewarding role.
- Strong Communication Skills: Build trust and rapport with students, colleagues, and families.
- Understanding of SEN Practices: Knowledge of relevant strategies, including those for the EYFS, KS1, and beyond, is a bonus!
Qualifications & Skills:
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent is preferred.
- Good English and Mathematics skills are desirable.
- Previous experience with personal care or manual handling is advantageous, though training will be provided.
What We Offer:
- Generous Holidays: Including two weeks off in October to recharge.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing CPD opportunities to enhance your skills and career prospects.
- State-of-the-Art Resources: Work in a well-equipped environment with access to cutting-edge tools and technology.
- Weekly Pay (PAYE): Receive competitive and reliable pay to reward your hard work.
Requirements:
- UK residency with the right to work.
- An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Contactable references to support your application.
Ready to make a real difference in the lives of students with special educational needs? Join us as a SEND Teaching Assistant and help us inspire and support young learners every step of the way. Apply today and be part of an incredible journey where no two days are the same!
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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