SEN Support - Mainstream Primary School

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Role Type: Long‑term supply
Start Date: September
Pay: Competitive daily rate / paid in line with experience

Protocol Education are working with a friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Chelmsford who are seeking a dedicated SEN Support professional for a long‑term role starting in September.

This position involves supporting pupils with additional needs within a mainstream classroom setting, working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to help pupils access learning and reach their full potential.

The Role:

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small‑group SEN support
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties
• Assisting the class teacher with differentiated learning activities
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and engagement

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting
• Be patient, caring and proactive
• Have a good understanding of inclusion and behaviour support strategies
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Hold relevant SEN or education experience (qualifications desirable but not essential)

Why Work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay
• Long‑term, consistent placement from September
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Opportunities for further long‑term or permanent roles

This role is ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Support Worker looking for a stable, rewarding role in a mainstream primary school.

Apply today to find out more about this SEN support role in Chelmsford starting in September.

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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