Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Daily Supply)
Location: Newham, London
Salary: Pay to Scale (Depending on Experience)
Contract: Short-Term / Daily Supply
Start Date: Immediate
Flexible days. Meaningful support.
Protocol Education is looking for compassionate, committed, and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistants to work on a day-to-day supply basis within a secondary special school in Newham.
Whether you have prior SEND experience or a naturally calm and supportive approach, this role offers the chance to make a positive difference to pupils who need it most — one school day at a time.
Each day brings new experiences and opportunities to help pupils feel secure, understood, and ready to learn.
What you’ll be doing:
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Supporting students aged 11–16 with SEND needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and mild to moderate learning difficulties
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Assisting teachers with classroom routines, behaviour support, and lesson activities
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Delivering focused 1:1 or small-group support
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Encouraging emotional regulation, confidence, and positive learning behaviours
You’ll need:
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Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, care, or community settings welcome)
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A patient, adaptable attitude and strong communication skills
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DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why join Protocol Education?
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Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella fees
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Access to our online CPD Academy and free SEND/Thrive training
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Local placements based around your availability
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
If you’re looking for flexible supply work where every day offers the chance to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us to discuss SEND supply opportunities in Newham.