Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract: Part-Time, Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026 or sooner
Salary: £92 – £115 per day
Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?
GSL Education are hiring a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work within local schools in Scarborough and the surrounding areas. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals in a positive and inclusive educational environment.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to provide personalised support for students with a range of additional needs. Your encouragement and guidance will play a vital role in promoting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Assist students with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties
- Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
- Encourage student participation, confidence, and independence within the classroom
- Support positive behaviour and help students develop effective social and emotional skills
- Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to implement individual learning plans
- Monitor student progress and communicate observations to relevant staff members
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN or educational setting
- Knowledge or experience of supporting students with additional learning needs is highly desirable
- A patient, caring, and resilient approach to supporting young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families
- A proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to individual learner needs
- 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
To apply to work with GSL Education as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Scarborough, or to find out more, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check registered to the update service (or willingness to apply for one), satisfactory references, and verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK.