Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Gosport
Salary: £13.68 to £14.88 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time
Are you a patient, resilient, and passionate individual who thrives on supporting pupils with additional needs?
Do you believe every child deserves tailored support to unlock their full potential? GSL Education invites applications for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) role at a welcoming secondary school in Gosport, offering an immediate start.
About the Role:
This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional support due to a range of special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, fostering both academic progress and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN, both in and out of the classroom.
- Assist with personal development, emotional regulation, and behavioural support.
- Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver individual learning plans.
- Modify resources and instructions to meet specific learning needs.
- Support pupils in developing social skills and building self-esteem in a structured, safe environment.
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere that enables progress and engagement.
Job Requirements:
- Understanding of various SEN conditions, including autism, SEMH, and communication difficulties.
- Previous experience supporting pupils with special educational needs in a school or care setting.
- A calm, empathetic approach and the ability to build strong rapport with pupils facing challenges.
- A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, Psychology degree, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills; GCSEs in English and Maths are essential.
- Resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to safeguarding and child protection protocols.
- 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).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- Access to a wide range of SEN-focused placements across Hampshire and beyond.
- Personalised support from your dedicated consultant who understands your professional goals.
- Be part of a trusted agency with deep-rooted connections across schools and support services.
If you're ready to provide exceptional support to pupils who need it most, we want to hear from you.
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 ‘SEN 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.