Job description
Specialist Teaching Assistant – SEN
Location: North Lincolnshire
Start Date: ASAP / After May Half Term / September
Contract: Full-time, Long-term / Temp-to-Perm
Salary: £85–£100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs?
GSL Education is currently looking for dedicated and resilient Specialist Teaching Assistants to support a range of SEN schools across North Lincolnshire. We work closely with a number of settings that cater for pupils with a variety of needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs.
These are rewarding opportunities for individuals with experience in SEN or care-related roles, who are looking to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners.
The Role:
As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, your role will involve:
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Providing 1:1 or small group support tailored to the individual needs of pupils
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Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
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Supporting the emotional, social, and behavioural development of students
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Helping to maintain a calm, safe and inclusive environment
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
✅ Previous experience in SEN/SEMH support (school, care, residential or youth setting)
✅ A calm, patient, and empathetic nature
✅ Strong behaviour management or de-escalation skills
✅ A willingness to adapt and work flexibly across different classes or year groups
✅ A relevant qualification is beneficial but not essential (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Team Teach, MAPA)
What GSL Education Offers:
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A friendly, specialist consultant who understands SEN recruitment
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Access to a wide range of SEN roles across North Lincolnshire
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Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
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Ongoing support and free CPD opportunities
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The chance to transition into long-term or permanent roles
Whether you're an experienced SEN TA or looking to transition from care or youth work into education, I’d love to hear from you.
Contact Olivia at GSL Education – Lincolnshire Branch
Apply now or get in touch for more information