Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate Start
Would you enjoy helping pupils with additional needs build confidence, develop new skills and feel included in their learning? A supportive school in Chesterfield is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored classroom support and help pupils make progress at their own pace.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and other support staff to help pupils access lessons, follow daily routines and take part in classroom activities. You may support children individually or in small groups, adapting your approach to suit different learning, communication and emotional needs. Your patience and encouragement will help pupils develop independence and get more from their school day.
About the School:
The school is committed to inclusive education and aims to ensure that pupils with additional needs receive the support they need to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to create a structured, welcoming environment where individual differences are understood and every pupil is encouraged to participate.
Responsibilities:
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Provide individual and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
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Help pupils access classroom activities and understand learning tasks.
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Support communication, social interaction and the development of independence.
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Work with teachers to adapt activities to pupils' individual needs.
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Encourage positive behaviour and support pupils with emotional regulation.
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Assist with classroom routines and transitions throughout the school day.
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Share observations and progress updates with teachers and the wider support team.
Requirements:
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Previous experience supporting children with special educational needs is desirable.
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Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or SEN support are advantageous.
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A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
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Confidence responding to a range of learning and behavioural needs.
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A genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing.
If you're looking for a role where your support can make a real difference to pupils' everyday learning, we'd welcome your application.
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant (SEN), you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Tom Knight at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.