Job description
Job Title: Specialist SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £100 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for supporting young people with SEN – and a full driving licence? Ready to make a real difference in a dynamic secondary school environment?
GSL Education are looking for a Specialist SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and forward-thinking school in Chesterfield. This is a full-time role with a daily pay rate of £100 – £110, ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, inclusive setting and wants to help students aged 11–16 achieve their full potential.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Provide tailored one-to-one or small group support to students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
- Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
- Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment where all students feel safe and supported.
- Support students with emotional regulation, communication needs, and social development.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, therapists, and parents.
- Help manage classroom routines and adapt resources to meet diverse learning needs.
- Accompany students on educational trips and off-site vocational placements when needed.
Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (particularly at the secondary level).
- Confident working with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech, and language difficulties, and SEMH.
- Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students and staff.
- A full UK driving licence is essential.
- A proactive, empathetic, and resilient approach to learning support.
- Relevant TA qualification or SEN training is desirable but not essential.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates and flexible working opportunities.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to CPD training and professional development opportunities.
- A fantastic opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience, ideal for those considering a teaching career.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Specialist SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Chesterfield!
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 across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Specialist SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.