Job description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant 

Location: York 
Pay Rate: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: April 2026 or sooner

GSL Education are recruiting a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist primary setting in the York area.

About the School

This specialist primary provision supports pupils with a range of special educational needs including ASD, speech and language difficulties and moderate learning needs. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment with small class sizes and strong staff collaboration to ensure pupils receive tailored support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small group SEN support

  • Assist pupils in accessing the primary curriculum

  • Support pupils working towards EHCP targets

  • Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs

  • Work closely with teachers and the SEN team

Requirements

  • Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEN

  • Understanding of EHCPs and differentiated learning

  • Patient, supportive and proactive approach

  • 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.