Job description
Job Title: SEN Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £100 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time
Are you a compassionate individual looking to support primary-aged pupils with special educational needs in a meaningful and rewarding role?
GSL Education are recruiting a dedicated SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to work in a well-regarded primary SEN setting in Chesterfield. This is a full-time position, ideal for those committed to making a real difference in children's lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for primary pupils with diverse special educational needs.
- Deliver targeted interventions and support the implementation of EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans).
- Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes independence and confidence.
- Help manage behaviour using appropriate de-escalation strategies and positive reinforcement.
- Support pupils with personal care needs, where required, in line with school policies.
- Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and parents to monitor and record progress.
- Assist in creating engaging, differentiated resources and activities to support learning objectives.
- Be available to travel between school locations or assist across different year groups as needed.
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience working with SEN pupils in a primary school setting.
- Must have a valid UK driving licence and access to your transport.
- A solid understanding of SEN conditions and how they affect learning and development.
- Confident in using strategies to support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language needs.
- Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to working with young children.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to respond flexibly to pupils’ changing needs.
- 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:
- Enjoy a highly competitive daily wage between £100–£110, reflective of your expertise and background.
- Dedicated support and guidance throughout your teaching journey.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
- Opportunity to start immediately and make a real impact from day one.
If you're a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant ready for a new and meaningful challenge in Chesterfield, and you’re a driver ready to start ASAP, apply today with your most up-to-date CV!
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 Primary Teaching Assistant’ in a primary schoolrole, 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.