Telford SEND Specialist

Support Pupils in a Leading Specialist School in Telford

We’re working with a well-regarded specialist school in Telford that supports around 400 students aged 2–19 with a wide range of complex needs, including moderate learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning disabilities, autism, physical challenges, and communication difficulties.

As part of a multi-academy trust, the school provides a carefully tailored curriculum and a focused sixth form, designed to meet each pupil’s developmental stage and help them engage and thrive.

The Role

Deliver 1 : 1 and small-group support based on EHCPs and individual learning plans

Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and care staff to deliver structured, pathway-based learning

Assist with communication, sensory and mobility support, personal care, and use of specialist equipment

Maintain a safe and supportive environment, helping with behaviour and emotional regulation

What We’re Looking For

Experience supporting children or young people in specialist or high-needs settings

A calm, professional approach with strong organisational skills and attention to routine

Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across disciplines

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Desirable Skills & Experience

Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, sensory strategies, or similar methods

Training in moving and handling, Team Teach, or behaviour management protocols

Experience supporting pupils with medical or physical needs

What You’ll Gain

Weekly PAYE salary

Ongoing personalised support from a local consultant with specialist expertise

Structured CPD linked to the school’s curriculum

Long-term placement opportunities in a school delivering impactful specialist education

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils in Telford and want to be part of an inclusive, thriving school community, 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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