SEND Teaching Assistant - Use Your Lived Experience

Protocol Education

  • Sheffield
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
You’ve lived it. Now you can lead with it.
Whether you’ve grown up supporting a sibling with autism, volunteered in a local SEND group, or faced your own learning challenges—you get it. You know that every small win matters. That calm voices, clear routines, and connection make all the difference.If you’ve got personal experience of special educational needs and you’re ready to make an impact professionally, this role is for you.What the role looks like:Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, sensory needs, or SEMH (social, emotional and mental health)Helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learnWorking closely with teachers, therapists and SENCOs to tailor supportBuilding strong, trusting relationships with pupils and their familiesThis could be a great fit if you:Have first-hand experience of SEND—whether personally, in your family, or through volunteeringWant to help children feel seen, supported, and capableAre calm, patient and full of empathy (even on the tough days)In return, you’ll get:Weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella deductionsFREE Thrive training and access to SEND-specific CPDOne-to-one support from your Protocol Education consultantThe chance to work in schools that value your insight and heartYou don’t need a teaching qualification—just compassion, resilience, and the belief that every child deserves to feel they belong.📩 Apply today and bring your real-world experience to a role that really matters.

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