SEN Teaching Assistant

1 day ago


Southsea, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Southsea

Contract Type: [Full-time/Part-time]

Salary: £12.82 - 14.72 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

About Us:
GSL Education is working with a vibrant and inclusive school that prides itself on providing a high standard of education and support for all students, including those with special educational needs. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team and make a positive impact on the learning and development of our pupils.

Role Overview
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and other members of the support team to assist students with a variety of special educational needs. You will provide tailored support to ensure that each child has the opportunity to reach their full potential in both academic and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with special educational needs (SEN).
Support students in their classroom activities, ensuring they understand tasks and feel engaged in their learning.
Assist with the preparation and adaptation of resources to meet the specific needs of the students.
Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and learning strategies.
Promote the social, emotional, and physical well-being of students.
Support students during break times and extracurricular activities.
Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive interactions among students.
Maintain accurate records of progress and contribute to regular assessments and reports.

Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and is committed to helping them thrive. The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN), is desirable.
A strong understanding of SEN, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or other developmental needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire students.
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting students' individual needs.
Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (desirable, but not essential).
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

 Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online



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