SEND Teaching Assistant

We’re partnering with welcoming schools in Carshalton and neighbouring areas that’re passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can feel understood, included, and ready to learn. They’re looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant who brings calm energy, patience, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Whether you’ve already worked in SEND settings or you’re starting your journey in education support, you’ll be welcomed from day one and made to feel like a valued part of the team.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Helping children regulate emotions and engage with learning
• Using creative, practical strategies to meet individual needs
• Building positive relationships that boost confidence and progress
• Working closely with teachers and a supportive wider team

• A real passion for supporting children with additional needs
• A calm, caring, and positive approach
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused mindset
• Experience with SEND or transferable care/support experience, helpful but not essential

• A consultant who takes the time to understand what works for you
• Free CPD to build your confidence and skills
• Opportunities in local schools that genuinely value support staff

If you’re after a role where the little wins mean everything and no two days are the same, this could be just the right fit.

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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