Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: York
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
GSL Education are recruiting a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a specialist secondary alternative provision near York.
About the School
This setting supports pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, SEMH and learning difficulties. Education is delivered through highly personalised learning plans, small-group teaching and strong pastoral support.
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
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Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
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Assist with personalised education and intervention plans.
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Support communication, independence and confidence.
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Help pupils engage with academic and life-skills learning.
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Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
Requirements
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Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
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Understanding of differentiated and inclusive practice.
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Patient, adaptable and supportive approach.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
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.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
If you would like to apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.