Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Swinton
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs feel supported, build confidence and get the most out of their education? A welcoming school in Swinton is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support and help pupils make progress at their own pace.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant (SEN), you will work alongside teachers to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs. You will help children access classroom activities, develop communication and social skills, and manage the challenges they may face throughout the school day. By adapting your approach to each pupil, you will help create a positive learning experience where every child has the opportunity to develop their abilities and independence.
About the School:
This inclusive school is committed to meeting the individual needs of its pupils and ensuring every child feels valued. Staff work collaboratively to provide consistent support, encourage positive relationships and create a safe, structured environment where pupils can learn and develop with confidence.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
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Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
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Help pupils develop communication, social and independent learning skills.
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Encourage participation in lessons and support pupils with daily classroom routines.
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Promote positive behaviour and help pupils manage emotions and transitions.
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Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom activities where required.
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Monitor pupils' progress and share observations with teachers and the wider support team.
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Follow individual support plans and maintain safeguarding standards.
Requirements:
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Previous experience supporting children with SEN or additional learning needs is desirable.
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A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to respond calmly to different learning and behavioural needs.
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Confidence working independently when supporting pupils and collaboratively as part of a team.
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A genuine interest in helping children develop their skills and confidence.
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Relevant training or qualifications in education or special educational needs are advantageous.
If you enjoy helping children overcome learning barriers and want to make a meaningful difference in their school day, we would welcome your application.
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, 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.