Social Care Background Teaching Assistant - Forest Hall (Full-Time)

Location: Forest Hall
Job Type: Temporary
Reference: 311038504
Salary: £92.63 - £110/day + PAYE, Pay dependent upon skills and experience
Job Published: 12 August 2026

Transfer your experience supporting vulnerable individuals into a rewarding school-based role.

Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Forest Hall. The setting supports pupils with Autism, SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties, providing a nurturing environment focused on building confidence and independence.

Your experience from social care, family support or community services could make a significant difference to young people's lives.

Why work with Protocol Education?

Many of our most successful SEND staff come from social care backgrounds and thrive in specialist schools.

You'll receive:

  • Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
  • FREE access to our online CPD Academy
  • SEND and Behaviour Management training
  • Dedicated local consultant
  • Long-term opportunities
  • Career progression support
  • Wellbeing resources

What you'll be doing

  • Supporting pupils throughout the school day
  • Encouraging positive behaviour
  • Promoting emotional wellbeing
  • Supporting individual learning plans
  • Building trusted relationships
  • Working alongside teachers and therapists
  • Supporting independence skills
  • Recognising and celebrating progress

Who this role would suit

  • Social Care Workers
  • Family Support Workers
  • Youth Workers
  • Support Workers
  • Residential Care Practitioners
  • Teaching Assistants

Apply today and use your experience to help shape brighter futures.