Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary: £93+ per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term supply
Are you a caring, dependable, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding full-time opportunity in Canterbury?
Do you have a genuine passion for supporting pupils in a specialist environment that values personalised care and academic development?
If so, GSL Education Kent are looking for a committed individual to join a well-respected specialist school in the Canterbury area. This role is perfect for an SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys a structured Monday–Friday routine and has experience supporting students with autism (ASD), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and speech and language challenges.
This school is recognised for its nurturing, therapeutic approach and strong team ethos. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive environment where every SEN Teaching Assistant plays a vital role in building students’ confidence, independence, and overall wellbeing. You’ll be part of a community that values progress in all forms and celebrates each achievement, no matter how small.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs
• Support pupils with communication strategies, sensory needs, and emotional regulation
• Use a calm, patient, and positive approach to manage behaviour effectively
• Work alongside the class teacher to maintain a structured and inclusive classroom
• Implement and follow Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) accurately
• Encourage independence, life skills, and active engagement in learning
To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you should:
• Have recent experience working with children or young people with additional needs (school or care setting)
• Demonstrate a patient, flexible, and nurturing approach
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Hold the right to work in the UK
• Be able to meet GSL’s safer recruitment requirements
• Hold an Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
GSL Education offers:
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Access to specialist schools and provisions across Canterbury and Kent
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN-focused training
• Dedicated consultants to support you throughout your career journey
Please note: This SEN Teaching Assistant role requires a solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must pass the required background checks, including an enhanced DBS.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency committed to providing high-quality teaching and support staff across Kent. All of our advertised roles reflect genuine vacancies.
To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, click ‘apply’ and submit a full, up-to-date CV (covering the last 10 years). One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.