SEND Teaching Assistant (ASD/ADHD/Autism/SEMH)

Are you experienced in supporting children with SEMH and ADHD needs?

We're working with a welcoming mainstream school in Walington looking for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to provide full-time, long-term support from September.

This role would suit someone who understands the importance of building positive relationships, creating consistency, and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will have previous experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or ADHD and be confident using strategies to promote engagement, emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

What You'll Be Doing

Providing targeted support to pupils with SEMH and ADHD needs. Building strong, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom. Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral teams to implement support plans. Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation. Supporting pupils with social interactions, learning activities and transitions throughout the school day. Monitoring progress and providing feedback to school staff.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH and ADHD. Has worked in a school, SEND, youth work, mentoring, care or similar setting. Is calm, patient and resilient. Can confidently manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies. Understands the importance of consistency and relationship-building. Is available full-time from September for a long-term commitment. Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

Why Join Protocol Education?

Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies. FREE access to our online CPD Academy. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Ongoing SEND and behaviour management training. Opportunities for permanent roles and career progression. Referral scheme rewards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young person's school experience and help them achieve their full potential.

If you're passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and have the experience to hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for a September start.

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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