Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / September 2025
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
GSL Education is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:2:1 support to a EYFS/KS1 pupil with additional learning and developmental needs. You’ll deliver personalised learning, promote engagement and positive behaviour, and collaborate with staff and families in a structured, nurturing environment. Previous experience supporting young children with SEN is essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact, working in a supportive, professional setting.
About the School:
This primary specialist provision supports young children with additional needs, providing a nurturing and structured environment. The school focuses on personalised learning, social and emotional development, and building confidence. Staff work closely with families, external professionals, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure each child receives tailored support to thrive academically and socially.
About the Role as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Provide tailored 1:2:1 support to a young pupil, adapting strategies to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
- Promote engagement and positive behaviour using proactive, person-centred approaches.
- Work closely with the teaching team to implement personalised learning plans.
- Support the pupil during classroom activities, transitions, and enrichment opportunities.
SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Experience supporting children with SEN in KS1/EYFS, ideally in a 1:2:1 setting.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to each child’s unique needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and external professionals.
- Commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young child, within a highly supportive specialist setting.
To Apply for the position of Special Needs Teaching Assistant:
Please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education to discuss your suitability and availability and please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
Please be advised that this role requires a 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.