Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Tonbridge
Salary: £88.94 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential?
GSL Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to work in schools in Tonbridge.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who have experience supporting children or adults with Special Educational Needs. The role involves working closely with teachers and SEN staff to provide tailored support for pupils, helping them access learning and develop their confidence, independence, and social skills. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in schools as well as those with backgrounds in healthcare, nurseries, activity leadership, or similar support roles.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Assist the class teacher in adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
- Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
- Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies
- Support pupils with personal care or mobility where required
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff
Requirements to be a SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working with children or adults with SEN is essential
- Background in education, healthcare, nursery work, or activity leadership is desirable
- A patient, caring, and proactive approach to supporting learners
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- 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 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, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.