Special Needs Teaching Assistant Working Hours: Full-time (8:30 am - 4:00 pm), Part-time options available Salary: £70 - £90 per day
Protocol Education is collaborating with schools in and around Hackney, seeking Teaching Assistants who are eager to advance their careers and provide support to students with various learning difficulties in primary, secondary, and post-16 education settings.
We are in search of dedicated, motivated, creative, and enthusiastic individuals who can work alongside classroom teachers to maintain a nurturing educational environment. While the role of a Special Needs Teaching Assistant can be challenging at times, it offers ample opportunities for rapid professional growth and development.
Qualities we are looking for:
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- A composed, adaptable, and consistent approach
- A commitment to promoting safeguarding and equality
- Resilience, a deep passion, and a drive to go the extra mile for children with diverse needs
- Willingness to provide personal care when necessary
Bonus points if you:
- Have a background in Education, Care, Psychology, or Drama, as these skills are highly transferable.
- Possess experience in caregiving, elderly care, or nursing, as these backgrounds will also be considered.
No prior experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity whether you're embarking on a career in special education, seeking to further develop your existing skills, or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a fresh role.
Take the first step by registering with us, and we will reach out to you promptly to discuss your potential role in making a positive impact in the field of special education.
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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