At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a school environment and help them thrive.
- Company: Join Protocol Education, a leader in supporting SEND education.
- Benefits: Earn £98-£115 per day, gain free training, and enjoy ongoing support.
- Other info: Flexible hours, term-time only, with potential for long-term opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in education.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring your enthusiasm and caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
Location: Peterlee and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£115 per day, depending on experience
No Experience? No Problem.
Do you want to work with children with additional needs but don't know where to start? Protocol Education are recruiting for Trainee SEN Teaching Assistants across Peterlee. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is caring, patient and keen to develop a career in SEND. You'll gain practical experience in a school while receiving ongoing support and training.
The Role
You could be supporting pupils with:
- Autism
- ADHD
- SEMH
- Communication and language needs
- Learning difficulties
- Complex additional needs
Your responsibilities could include:
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
- Helping children access classroom activities
- Breaking learning down into manageable steps
- Supporting communication
- Encouraging independence
- Supporting positive behaviour
- Helping pupils manage transitions
- Building confidence and relationships
- Working alongside teachers and experienced TAs
Your Background
We are particularly interested in people with experience in:
- Care
- Childcare
- Youth work
- Healthcare
- Sports
- Psychology
- Social care
- Support work
However, enthusiasm and the right attitude are just as important as previous experience.
Driving Advantageous
A driving licence and access to a car would be advantageous as some placements may be across Peterlee and the surrounding areas. You don't need to be a driver to apply.
Why Protocol Education?
- Paid work experience
- FREE CPD and online training
- SEND-specific training
- Dedicated consultant
- Ongoing support
- Long-term opportunities
- Weekly PAYE pay
- £50 Refer a Friend bonus
If you've ever thought about working in SEND but weren't sure how to get started, this could be the opportunity for you.
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.
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