Graduate SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, social work or child development?

Protocol Education is seeking driven and enthusiastic graduates to support students across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND schools on a flexible supply basis.

This role provides hands-on experience supporting children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs while developing the skills needed for a successful career in education.

Why This Role?

You'll gain experience with:

⭐ Autism (ASC)

⭐ ADHD

⭐ Speech & Language Needs

⭐ SEMH

⭐ Learning Difficulties

⭐ Behaviour Support

⭐ Classroom Practice

⭐ Intervention Delivery

Working across different schools allows you to broaden your experience and discover the area of education you're most passionate about.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one student support
• Assisting teachers in classroom environments
• Supporting SEND and SEMH learners
• Delivering small group interventions
• Encouraging engagement and participation
• Building student confidence and independence

Perfect For Graduates In

• Psychology
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Education Studies
• Childhood Studies
• Health & Social Care
• Sports Coaching
• English
• Maths
• Science
• Any degree discipline

What You'll Gain

✅ Classroom experience

✅ Behaviour management skills

✅ SEND knowledge

✅ Professional development opportunities

✅ Flexible working

✅ Pathways into Teaching, Educational Psychology and SEND careers

Start Your Education Journey

Whether you're exploring teacher training or looking to make a difference while gaining professional experience, Protocol Education can help you take the next step.

Apply today and begin your journey as a Graduate SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant with Protocol Education.

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Sports Graduate Teaching Assistant

Sports Graduate Teaching Assistant | Primary, Secondary & SEND Schools

Turn Your Passion For Sport Into A Rewarding Career In Education

Are you a Sports Graduate, Sports Coach, Personal Trainer or aspiring PE Teacher looking to make a real difference while gaining valuable classroom experience?

Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Sports Graduates to support pupils across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools.

The skills you've developed through sport, leadership, resilience, teamwork, communication and motivation are highly sought after within schools. We are looking for individuals who can inspire young people, build confidence and encourage students to achieve their full potential.

What To Expect

Working on a flexible supply basis allows you to gain experience in a variety of school environments while developing highly transferable skills.

You could be:

• Supporting PE lessons and enrichment activities
• Working one-to-one with pupils who need additional support
• Supporting students with SEND and SEMH needs
• Encouraging participation and engagement in learning
• Acting as a positive role model
• Building confidence and self-esteem in young people

Every day is different, making this an exciting and rewarding opportunity for graduates looking to develop professionally.

Who We're Looking For

• Sports Science Graduates
• Sports Coaching Graduates
• PE Graduates
• Personal Trainers
• Sports Coaches
• Athletes transitioning into education

You should be:

• Energetic and approachable
• Passionate about helping young people succeed
• A strong communicator
• Resilient and adaptable
• Interested in education or child development

Career Progression

This role is ideal for individuals considering:

• Teacher Training
• PE Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Behaviour Support
• Youth Work
• Pastoral Support

What Protocol Education Offers

✅ Competitive daily rates of pay

✅ Flexible work to suit your schedule

✅ Opportunities across Primary, Secondary and SEND schools

✅ Free CPD and accredited training

✅ Long-term and permanent opportunities

✅ Dedicated consultant support

✅ Valuable experience to strengthen future career applications

Apply Today

If you're looking to use your passion for sport to positively impact young people's lives while gaining invaluable education experience, we'd love to hear from 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.

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