Job description
An experienced SEN Teaching Assistant is required in Bovington!
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Bovington
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day?
If so, GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join schools in the Bovington area.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will work closely with class teachers and the school’s SENCO to support pupils with special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and emotional or behavioural challenges. You may be supporting pupils one-to-one or in small groups, helping them access the curriculum and develop social and emotional skills.
Responsibilities of Special Needs Teaching Assistant:
- Provide tailored support to students with a range of SEN, both in class and in small group settings
- Support the delivery of lessons and adapt resources to meet pupils' individual needs
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
- Promote positive learning behaviours and encourage student independence
- Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Monitor progress and communicate effectively with teaching staff
- Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment at all times
SEN TA Requirements:
- A degree in Psychology, Education or a similar field
- Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN as a SEN Teaching Assistant is desirable
- CACHE Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous
- A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Long-term and flexible roles to suit your lifestyle
- Supportive consultants who prioritise your career development
- Access to professional training and continued professional development (CPD)
To thrive in this role, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
- Possess 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 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant 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.