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Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and caring KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Brentwood, providing 1:1 support to a child in Key Stage 1 with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This is a fantastic full-time, long-term opportunity starting immediately, ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, 1:1 Support Assistant or Classroom Assistant who is confident supporting children with additional needs.

About the Role

You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil with SEN, working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to ensure the child is fully supported and able to access their learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing consistent and nurturing 1:1 SEN support to a KS1 pupil

  • Supporting the child to access classroom learning and activities

  • Helping develop the pupil's confidence, independence and social skills

  • Supporting communication, engagement and participation

  • Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

  • Helping with classroom routines and transitions

  • Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of the child

  • Providing learning, behavioural and emotional support where required

  • Supporting the pupil with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy activities

  • Building a strong, trusting relationship with the child

  • Working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO

  • Creating a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment

SEN Experience is Essential

Previous experience working with children with SEN is paramount for this role.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience supporting children with:

  • Autism / ASD

  • ADHD

  • SEMH

  • Behavioural needs

  • Communication and interaction needs

  • Learning difficulties

  • Additional educational needs

Experience providing 1:1 support within a school, nursery, specialist setting, childcare environment or similar setting would be highly desirable.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

  • An experienced Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

  • Confident working with children with SEN / SEND

  • Experienced providing 1:1 support

  • Patient, calm, caring and nurturing

  • Confident managing and supporting behaviour

  • Able to build strong and positive relationships with children

  • Reliable, proactive and adaptable

  • Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning

  • Comfortable working collaboratively with teachers and other professionals

Why Work with GSL Education?

  • Immediate start

  • Full-time, long-term position

  • Supportive primary school environment

  • Dedicated support from your GSL Education consultant

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Access to training and professional development

  • Opportunity to develop your SEN and 1:1 support experience

  • Potential for further long-term and permanent opportunities

  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's education and development

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, 1:1 Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Assistant or Classroom Assistant with proven experience supporting children with SEN, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an immediate start, full-time and long-term opportunity, so don't miss out!

Emily – GSL Education
01245 203 218 / emily.scott@gsleducation.com

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