Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistants
Location: Wakefield (WF4)
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time
Can you be a caring and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who makes a real difference in students’ lives?
GSL Education welcomes applications from enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join a supportive school in Wakefield (WF4). This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated TA to support students with additional needs, helping them achieve their full potential in a friendly and inclusive environment.
As a Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will support teachers and students through one-to-one and small group work, promoting positive behaviour and academic and social development. The ideal candidate will be patient, confident, and passionate about helping children of all abilities succeed.
Key Duties:
- Support students in lessons, both individually and in small groups
- Assist with learning activities, classroom tasks, and behaviour management
- Help promote positive behaviour and student engagement
- Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
- Support teachers with classroom preparation and supervision
- Contribute to the wider school environment through enrichment activities where needed
Requirements:
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, or similar role
- Ability to support students with additional needs, SEN, or learning difficulties
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
- An up-to-date CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained)
- An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or willingness to apply
What GSL Education Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
- A rewarding position in a supportive school environment
If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a meaningful role in Wakefield, apply today.
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 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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.comfor more information.