SEMH​/SEND Champion

Some educators do more than support learning. They build trust. Create stability. Help children feel safe enough to succeed.

Protocol Education is currently seeking dedicated and resilient SEN / SEMH Educators based in Keynsham who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs across local primary schools.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for someone who understands that progress looks different for every child. Some days it's completing a piece of work. Other days it's joining a group activity, managing emotions successfully, or simply feeling confident enough to walk into the classroom.

You'll work closely with pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and other additional learning needs, providing the consistency, encouragement and understanding they need to thrive both academically and emotionally.

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and SEND needs
• Building positive relationships based on trust and consistency
• Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Helping pupils access learning in a way that works for them
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Creating a calm, supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Celebrating every achievement, no matter how big or small

We understand the challenges and rewards that come with SEN and SEMH support, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Full-time and long-term roles available
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Ongoing CPD and SEND-focused training
• Supportive consultants who understand specialist education
• Opportunities across welcoming local schools
• Easy-to-use online booking and timesheet system
• £250 referral bonus when you recommend a friend

£92 - £100 per day, paid weekly via PAYE

• Has experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs
• Remains calm, patient and resilient under pressure
• Can build strong relationships and positive connections quickly
• Has excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Is adaptable and proactive in their approach
• Understands trauma-informed practice or is willing to learn
• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Brings positivity, empathy and consistency every day

Experience from education, youth work, residential care, support work, coaching, healthcare, mental health support or similar child-focused settings is highly valued.

To meet safeguarding requirements, we'll need:

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the previous two years, including childcare references where applicable
• An overseas police check if you've lived abroad for three months or more in the past five years

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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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