SEN Tecahing Assistant

Job Title:SEN Teaching Assistant
Location:Shrewsbury
Pay:£90–£100 per day
Start Date:September (or earlier if available)
Contract Type:Full-time, Long-term

Support that makes a lasting difference.

We’re working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury that is seeking a committed and capable Teaching Assistant to join their team. This full-time role presents a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of complex additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, SEMH needs, and physical or medical conditions.

Whether you’ve worked in SEN before or are ready to build your expertise with the right support, this role will give you a clear sense of purpose, a collaborative team environment, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

About the Role

The role centres on providing consistent, tailored support for pupils in a structured and nurturing environment. Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and the wider SEN team, you’ll help deliver individualised learning programmes and assist pupils in accessing the curriculum in ways that suit their needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, both in and outside of the classroom

• Assisting with the delivery of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and behaviour support plans

• Helping to create a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

• Supporting pupils with communication and regulation strategies, including sensory and emotional needs

• Building strong, trusted relationships with pupils, offering encouragement and consistency

• Working collaboratively with the wider school team to support whole-child development

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is reliable, reflective, and resilient—someone who understands the importance of calm, consistent support in helping children feel safe and ready to learn. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Previous experience working in a specialist provision, SEN school, or alternative education setting

• A good understanding of SEND, particularly Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs

• The ability to follow EHCPs and adapt your approach to meet individual needs

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Confidence in supporting pupils with challenging behaviours in a positive, non-judgemental way

• A genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for young people

What You’ll Gain from Protocol Education

As a valued member of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Weekly pay via PAYE – no hidden deductions or umbrella companies

• Full access to our online CPD Academy, with over 50 free certified training courses

• Dedicated consultant support with SEN expertise

• Opportunities for progression within SEN and specialist settings

• Optional access to our free Thrive training – building your knowledge of trauma-informed and emotionally supportive practice

Please note:This role requires full right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

To apply, please submit your CV using the link provided. For more information, or to have a confidential discussion about the role, contact Alanna on 01902 313822 or via email atalanna.scarle@protocol-education.com.

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.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

#J-18808-Ljbffr