Job description
Make a Difference Every Day as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Wakefield (WF4 area)!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield (WF4 area)
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to achieve their full potential? An exciting opportunity is available at a local school in Wakefield, seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join the team as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
About the School:
The school fosters a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence, and achieve academic success. With a strong focus on personalised support, innovation, and community, it ensures every pupil thrives both inside and outside the classroom.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ learning and development. You will assist with classroom activities, provide one-to-one or small group support, and help implement strategies to meet individual educational plans. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational experience of students with SEN.
Responsibilities:
- Support teachers in delivering lessons and implementing individual learning plans.
- Assist students with SEN in one-to-one or small group settings.
- Encourage student participation and engagement in classroom activities.
- Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Observe, monitor, and report on student progress and behaviour.
- Support the development of social, emotional, and communication skills alongside academic learning.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with children in a SEN or educational support role is preferred.
- Understanding of SEN needs and evidence-based support strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, adaptable, and able to meet the needs of individual students.
- Ability to follow structured support plans and work collaboratively with staff.
This is a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to the education and development of students with SEN in Wakefield. To apply for the position of a SEN Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at GSL Education (Sam.Scott@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.