Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield (WF4)
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional learning needs and help them reach their full potential?
GSL Education are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants (SEN TA) to work in supportive schools across Wakefield (WF4).
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs, working closely with teachers and support staff to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and classroom activities.
• Support learning according to individual education plans (IEPs).
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development.
• Support pupils’ social and communication skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams.
Requirements:
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a classroom environment.
• CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3, or a relevant degree is desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply through 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.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “SEN Teaching Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.com for more information.