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
Do you enjoy helping children with additional needs overcome challenges and get the most out of their education? A supportive school in Chesterfield is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEN) to provide tailored classroom support and help pupils make progress at their own pace.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant (SEN), you'll work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to help pupils with special educational needs access learning and take part in everyday classroom activities. You may provide one-to-one assistance or work with small groups, adapting your approach to suit individual learning styles and support needs. From helping pupils understand tasks to encouraging communication and independence, your contribution will be important to their day-to-day experience at school.
About the School:
The school aims to provide an inclusive learning environment where pupils with different abilities and needs are supported to reach their potential. Staff work collaboratively to deliver personalised support, maintain consistent classroom routines and ensure every child feels safe, valued and encouraged to participate.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with special educational needs.
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Assist the class teacher with preparing and delivering classroom activities.
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Adapt tasks and learning materials to help pupils access the curriculum.
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Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
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Encourage independence, confidence and positive participation in lessons.
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Help manage behaviour using agreed strategies and individual support plans.
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Monitor pupils' progress and share observations with teaching staff.
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Support pupils with daily routines and transitions throughout the school day.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children with SEN or additional needs is desirable.
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Understanding of different learning needs and approaches to individual support.
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A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Confidence supporting pupils with behavioural or emotional needs.
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Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and other support staff.
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A genuine interest in helping children develop their skills and independence.
If you're ready to make a difference in the classroom and help pupils get the support they need to succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.
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.