Job description
Support Learners in Middlesbrough as an SEN Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £90 - £115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Part-time / Full-time
GSL Education are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join a supportive and inclusive school in Middlesbrough. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You will help create a positive, encouraging environment where learners feel safe, confident, and ready to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant (TA):
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN
- Assist in delivering tailored learning activities and interventions
- Help maintain an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff
- Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing
- Support pupils with EHCPs and ensure individual needs are met
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant (TA):
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN
- Understanding of differentiated learning and support strategies
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- Patience, empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
- An 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 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.
Interested in applying? Click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV and a dedicated GSL consultant will be in touch. Join GSL Education and help shape brighter futures for young people in Middlesbrough.