Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Bourne, Lincolnshire

GSL Education are currently seeking a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Bourne, Lincolnshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting children or vulnerable individuals who is passionate about helping pupils thrive both academically and personally.

The Role:

  • Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
  • Monday–Friday availability required
  • Initially working on a supply basis, with the opportunity to progress into a long-term or permanent position
  • Providing tailored support to help pupils engage with their learning
  • Working alongside teachers and support staff to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
  • Supporting pupils' emotional, social and educational development

✅ The Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar SEN support role
  • Alternatively, experience within Care Work, Support Work or a similar setting
  • Patient, compassionate and understanding
  • Confident working with children and young people
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliable, committed and available Monday–Friday
  • Passionate about making a positive difference to pupils' lives

Why GSL Education?

GSL Education offers excellent opportunities to gain valuable experience within education, build relationships with schools and potentially secure long-term or permanent employment.

Ready for your next opportunity?

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Care Worker or Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career, don't miss this opportunity to join GSL Education and make a real difference to young people's lives.

Apply today — send us your CV and speak to the GSL Education team about this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bourne!

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 teaching and support staff in schools throughout Lincolnshire