SEND Teaching Assistant

 Teaching Assistant – SEND 

     £93–£115 per day (based on experience & a bit of sparkle)

Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours – flexible schedule for work-life balance school holidays to spend with your family.....

Are you able to remain calm in chaotic situations?

Can you effectively communicate with just a quiet thumbs-up?

Do you have a knack for sensing an overload before it even starts?

If yes, then this might just be the perfect classroom for you.

We are seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a brilliant specialist school in Wakefield. This school provides support for children and young people with autism and a wide range of complex needs. As a member of this team, you will be part of a collaborative and ego-free environment, where every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

What to expect:

‍ You will be working in small class sizes of 6-9 pupils.

Regular communication and support from a collaborative team.

You will have the opportunity to work with both primary and secondary age groups, providing variety in your role.

You will be working with colleagues who are committed to the journey and not just along for the ride.

Your typical day might include:

‍ Collaborating with the class teacher to support students.

Assisting students with learning and promoting confidence in their abilities.

Keeping the classroom organised, tidy, and welcoming.

Developing your knowledge and skills in SEND through on-the-job experience and free CPD opportunities.

We’d love to hear from you if:

‍♀️ You are able to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

You are compassionate, curious, and committed to continual learning.

You have a positive attitude and are willing to contribute to a collaborative team.

You possess (or are willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS for Child & Adult Workforce.

What’s in it for you?

A dedicated consultant who values your time and input.

Access to free CPD opportunities, including Team Teach and other essential SEND training programmes.

Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella company complications or deductions.

Opportunities for growth and recognition within a supportive environment.

✨ Bonus points if you are Thrive or Team Teach trained but we offer free & susidised training for interested candidates to enhance their skills.

If this role speaks to you, then we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and let us take care of the rest. Whether you are new to SEND or have years of experience, we have your back.

Let's make Mondays a little less... Monday-ish.

Join our team and make a positive impact every day.

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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