Job description
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Would you like to be part of a dedicated, professional team that nurtures students?
GSL Education are looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school with students aged 11–16 in Andover. You will support students with a wide range of needs, including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Global Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Speech, Language and Communication Disorders, gross and fine motor difficulties, as well as moderate visual and hearing impairments. You will work with a collaborative team of highly trained professionals to provide a safe, inclusive and empowering learning environment.
Apply now and become part of a school community that believes in every young person's potential.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support
- Contribute to the creation and review of each student’s Education and Healthcare Plan (EHCP)
- Support students’ academic, social and emotional development
- Build strong, trusting relationships that help students feel safe and motivated
- Encourage independence and positive behaviour through consistent support
- Provide classroom-based and one-to-one assistance as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- A caring, patient and enthusiastic individual
- Experience supporting children with SEN (desirable but not essential)
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
Why Join Us?
- Work in a supportive and professional environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
To work with GSL Education as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.