Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield (WF4)
Pay: £460 – £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Part-Time / Full-Time
Are You Ready to Provide One-to-One Support That Helps Students Reach Their Full Potential?
Schools in Wakefield (WF4) and GSL Education are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with Special Educational Needs, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This is an ideal role for someone patient, nurturing, and committed to making a real difference in a child’s learning journey.
Your Responsibilities as a SEN TA:
- Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with SEN
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Support learning activities and encourage student engagement
- Help students build confidence, social skills, and independence
- Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to monitor progress
- Maintain accurate records of student development and achievements
What We’re Looking for in a SEN TA:
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEN
- Calm, patient, and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to support behaviour management positively
- Professional, reliable, and student-focused
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education
What’s on Offer:
- Weekly pay between £460 – £600, depending on experience
- Flexible supply opportunities
- Immediate start available
- Supportive school environments with collaborative staff teams
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ learning and confidence as a SEN TA
If you’re ready to provide vital support and help students with SEN succeed, apply today and become a valued member of a Wakefield school team as a SEN TA.
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 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 in schools across the UK.
To apply,click ‘apply now’ and upload your most recent CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.com for more information.