SEND Teaching Assistant (Perfect for Aspiring Teachers)

Thinking about a PGCE but want real classroom experience first? This is the best place to start.

We’re working with supportive schools looking for Teaching Assistants who are keen to build hands-on experience in SEND settings. You’ll be in the classroom from day one, learning what teaching really looks like, with the support to grow your confidence.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting pupils with additional needs in class and in small groups
• Helping with behaviour, routines, and engagement
• Learning practical strategies from experienced teachers and SEN staff
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

What we’re looking for

• A genuine interest in becoming a teacher
• A positive, proactive attitude
• Someone who’s ready to learn and get involved
• Experience with young people is helpful, but not essential

What you’ll get

• Valuable classroom experience before your PGCE
• Free CPD and SEND training to boost your CV
• Ongoing support from a consultant who understands your career goals

If you want to step into teaching with confidence, not guesswork, this is where it starts.

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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