The Protocol Group

SEN Teachers, Tutors, Support Staff

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Specialisms

Further Education

Location

East Midlands

Salary

Negotiable

Contract Type

Contract

Are you passionate about supporting learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Nottinghamshire / Derbyshire / South Yorkshire

Flexible opportunities: Full-time / Part-time / Temp / Perm

We are building a high-quality pool of SEN professionals ready to support specialist colleges and alternative provisions ahead of the new academic year this September.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure consistent work, flexible placements, and access to rewarding roles working with learners who need it most.

We Are Recruiting:

  • SEN Tutors (Functional Skills, Vocational, Outreach)
  • SEN Teachers (Post-16)
  • SEN Support Staff (Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors, Behaviour Support)

Settings You May Work In:

  • Specialist colleges (Post-16 & 16-25)
  • Alternative provisions (APs)
  • PRUs and outreach environments
  • Community or home-based education programs

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored teaching and support aligned to EHCPs
  • Deliver engaging, differentiated learning sessions
  • Support learners with a range of needs, including:
    • Autism (ASC)
    • ADHD
    • SEMH
    • Moderate to complex learning difficulties
  • Promote independence, engagement, and positive outcomes
  • Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience supporting or teaching learners with SEN
  • Relevant qualifications (QTS / PGCE / Level 2-3 TA / tutoring experience beneficial)
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • A flexible, empathetic, and proactive approach
  • Enhanced DBS (on update service or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

  • Priority access to September roles
  • Flexible assignments to suit your availability
  • Ongoing support from a specialist SEN recruitment team
  • Access to training and CPD opportunities
  • Opportunity for long-term and permanent placements

Compliance & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and expect all applicants to meet compliance standards, including:

  • Enhanced DBS check
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Referencing and qualification checks

Apply Today

Get ahead of the September rush and secure your place in our trusted SEN workforce pool.

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