Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £1950 – £2491 per month
Contract: Full Time, Monday to Friday
GSL Education are recruiting a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant for a warm, community-focused primary school in West York, starting January 2026. The school is well-regarded locally for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and commitment to developing the whole child through academics, wellbeing, and physical activity. Staff describe it as a friendly, forward-thinking environment where teamwork and positivity are central to daily practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a sports or coaching background who is passionate about helping children progress both in the classroom and through physical development.
The Role
This position blends targeted SEN support with active intervention work:
- Morning Duty: Provide 1:1 support for a Year 6 pupil, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and prepare for the transition to secondary school.
- Afternoon Duty: Deliver PE-based interventions, including small-group movement sessions, coordination activities, and sports-led confidence programmes that support wellbeing and engagement.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant who is:
- Patient, encouraging, and able to build strong relationships with upper KS2 pupils.
- Confident delivering structured sports activities or movement sessions.
- Able to follow SEN strategies and communicate effectively with teachers and the SENCO.
- Motivated, reliable, and committed to supporting children’s academic, social, and emotional development.
Essential Teaching Assistant Requirements
- A sports or coaching background – e.g., sports coaching, PE support, sports science qualification, or leadership experience.
- Experience working with children or young people.
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).
- Full availability Monday–Friday during term time.
Why This Opportunity?
- Work within a supportive school community known for its nurturing ethos.
- Play a key role in supporting a Year 6 learner at an important stage of their education.
- Enjoy a varied role combining SEN support with physical activity.
- Competitive pay and ongoing support from GSL Education.
- Access to a range of CPD courses including SEN qualifications, Team Teach, Level 3 Child Psychology and many more!
To apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant in York, please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link or contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.