Job description
Inspire and Support Learners Every Day! Join Us as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Folkestone – Starting Immediately
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Folkestone
Salary: £88.94 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with experience supporting children or adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Folkestone. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs thrive.
Key Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):
- Provide targeted support to pupils with a range of SEN needs to help them engage fully in learning.
- Work alongside class teachers to deliver personalised learning programmes.
- Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Offer behaviour support and encourage emotional and social development.
- Assist in implementing EHCPs and differentiated learning strategies.
Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant role:
- Experience working with children or adults with SEN is essential.
- Backgrounds in care, nursery roles, activity leadership, or healthcare will be considered.
- A calm, resilient, and supportive approach to learning and behaviour.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- 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 support for staff in educational settings across the UK.
To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Folkestone, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.