Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Selby
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full-Time
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a secondary school setting in Selby. This role is ideal for someone experienced in supporting students with additional learning needs and helping them access the curriculum confidently.
About the School
The school promotes inclusive learning and provides structured SEN support within mainstream secondary education. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive consistent and tailored interventions.
Key Responsibilities
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Support students with SEN on a 1:1 and small group basis
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Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities
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Promote engagement, independence, and confidence
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Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Requirements
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Experience supporting SEN pupils in secondary schools
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Patient, adaptable, and supportive approach
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Strong communication 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.
To apply, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV or apply directly via the GSL Education website.