Creative and Artistic Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education

  • Portishead, Somerset
  • £13.75-15.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
✨ Creative & Artistic Learning Support Assistant ✨Are you ready to bring your creative talents into the classroom and transform learning for children with special needs? Protocol Education is on the hunt for a dynamic, artistic, and passionate Learning Support Assistant to join an inspiring SEND school and make a real impact.Why This Role Is UniqueThis isn’t just another classroom role – it’s your chance to:
  • Unleash Creativity: Use your artistic, theatrical, or creative background to craft engaging and imaginative learning experiences.
  • Inspire Students: Help students build confidence, improve focus, and develop new skills through fun, creative approaches.
  • Support in Style: Be part of a nurturing environment that values connection, positivity, and individuality.
What You’ll Be Doing
  • One-of-a-Kind Support: Provide 1:1 support and encourage students with SEND (including ASD, SEMH, and complex learning disabilities).
  • Creative Classroom Leadership: Assist in delivering lessons and activities using your unique talents to inspire and engage.
  • Positive Connections: Build strong relationships and communicate effectively with students to create a supportive, trusting atmosphere.
  • Hands-On Learning: Use practical activities and teaching aids to create exciting, interactive sessions tailored to each child.
  • Encourage Growth: Support emotional, social, and physical development in a safe, welcoming environment.
Who We’re Looking ForIf you’re someone who can light up a room with your creativity and kindness, this is the role for you. Ideally, you’ll have:
  • Experience: Worked with SEND or children (doesn’t have to be in a school – think youth groups, sports coaching, creative workshops or personal experience).
  • Passion: A genuine love for helping children thrive and creating positive experiences.
  • Creativity: The ability to use your artistic or theatrical flair to engage and inspire students.
  • Interpersonal Skills: A warm, approachable nature and strong communication skills.
✨ Why Join Us?
  • Work in an innovative environment where your creativity will shine.
  • Make a life-changing impact on children’s education and well-being.
  • Be part of a supportive team that values your unique background.
  • Enjoy the chance to develop your skills and career in education.
Turn your passion into purpose! If you’re ready to create a brighter future for children with special needs, apply today. Let’s make learning an inspiring adventure! ✨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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