Protocol Education – SEN Teaching Assistants Wanted in East London!
Location: East London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: £85 – £100 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)
Protocol Education is partnering with a selection of primary Schools across East London to recruit skilled and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for the new academic year. We are looking for individuals with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), such as autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
These positions may involve one-to-one support, small group interventions, or general classroom assistance. Tasks can include adapting learning activities, providing encouragement and reassurance, assisting with personal care (if needed), and helping to maintain a positive learning environment.
We visit every school we work with so we can share detailed information about the school’s ethos, behaviour policy, and specific needs before you start.
Ideal candidates will have:
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Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (school-based or in a similar setting)
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Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to learning support
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine commitment to helping students succeed
At Protocol Education, we take the time to find the right role for you. Our experienced East London consultants know our partner schools well and will ensure you’re placed in an environment where you can make a real difference.
Recruitment & Compliance
All applicants must complete the standard recruitment checks for working in education. This includes an Enhanced DBS check and references covering at least the past two years.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed-term, Temp-to-perm
Safeguarding Statement
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.