Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Scunthorpe
Pay Rate: £88.94 – £114.84 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Do you have the drive and patience to help children with additional needs reach their full potential?
GSL Education are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools in Scunthorpe. This rewarding role offers the chance to provide vital support, nurture confidence, and play a key part in ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed in their learning and personal development.
As a SEN TA, you will provide tailored support to help students overcome barriers to learning, ensuring they can fully participate in classroom activities.
Responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEN, including those with physical, emotional, or learning difficulties.
- Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management.
- Adapt teaching materials and resources to meet the needs of individual students.
- Help students develop social and emotional skills to engage successfully with their peers.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents where appropriate.
- Support students with personal care, if necessary, following school guidelines and policies.
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs in an educational or care setting is desirable, particularly within EYFS–KS2.
- A caring, patient, and flexible approach to supporting students.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A valid enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
- A full, up-to-date CV with clear employment history and explanations for any gaps within the last 10 years.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible working options to suit your availability.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all safer recruitment background 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 to schools across the UK.
To apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role in Scunthorpe or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.