SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Primary SEN Support
Reference: personal care
Salary: PAYE
Job Published: 3 days ago

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Role in Outstanding Primary School

Location: South Woodford, East London
Salary: £89 - £100 per day
Contract: Full-time ( 5 days a week )  Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a role where your skills really matter?

We’re working with an Ofsted-rated Outstanding primary school in South Woodford that’s on the lookout for a compassionate and confident SEN Teaching Assistant. You’ll be supporting a pupil with high needs on a 1:1 basis—making a genuine impact every single day.

If you’ve worked with children who are non-verbal, have mobility needs, or require personal care, this role could be your perfect fit. The school team is experienced, supportive, and ready to welcome someone who brings calm, consistency, and kindness to the classroom.

The role includes:

  • 1:1 support for a pupil with complex SEN

  • Helping with mobility, communication, and personal care

  • Collaborating closely with the SENCO and class teacher

  • Creating a nurturing, structured learning space

You should have:

  • Previous experience in a SEND setting or with high-needs pupils

  • A patient, positive, and proactive mindset

  • Confidence working with non-verbal communication and physical needs

Bonus if:
You’ve done Thrive training—or you’re up for it! We offer this CPD free to all our educators, and it can make you stand out to schools looking for emotionally attuned staff.

Why join Protocol Education?

  • Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella faff)

  • FREE Thrive and CPD training via our online academy

  • Dedicated consultant support

  • Opportunities across mainstream and specialist settings

  • Referral rewards when you bring friends on board

Sound like your kind of role? Apply now!.

We’ll help you take the next step in your career—with a school that truly values your skills.

If you want to find out more information please email Libby.ince@protocol-education.com 

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.

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