SEN Teaching Assistant

2 months ago


Tonbridge, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tonbridge
Salary: £83.33 – £90.00 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediately
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time

Are you passionate about helping students with special needs reach their full potential in a vibrant classroom setting?

GSL Education Kent are looking for compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools in Tonbridge, starting immediately.

About the role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the academic and personal growth of students. You will provide one-on-one support and work with small groups, helping students with special educational needs (SEN), including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, and other SEND requirements.

Your responsibilities as a SEN TA will include assisting teachers in delivering lessons tailored to each student's needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Additionally, you will encourage students’ independence and confidence while aiding them in their academic studies and personal development. You will collaborate closely with SENCOs and teachers to modify lesson plans and learning strategies as per the curriculum. Managing student behaviour to maintain a positive learning atmosphere is essential, as is supporting classroom activities when the teacher is absent, ensuring a seamless continuation of learning.

Requirements
To be successful in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need:

  • CACHE Level 2 or 3, or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance (preferred but not mandatory).
  • A degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field is desirable.
  • Experience working with children in an SEN environment or as an SEN Teaching Assistant is essential.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a caring and patient attitude.
  • The ability to work as part of a team and adapt to the unique needs of students.

Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Kent.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.



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