Job description

Passionate Teaching Assistants Needed in Dibden Purlieu – Flexible Roles Available!

GSL Education is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist school in Dibden Purlieu, as we look to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant for the new academic year starting in September 2025.

Key Responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Assist teachers in delivering personalised support for students with a range of special educational needs.
  • Provide one-on-one support for students during lessons, activities, and daily routines.
  • Create and maintain a positive, engaging classroom atmosphere.
  • Help students build confidence, social skills, and develop their emotional well-being.
  • Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to deliver high-quality education.
  • Assist in preparing and organising classroom materials and resources.

Role details:

  • Location:Dibden Purlieu
  • School Type:Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
  • Salary: Contract:£82.80 to £100 per day
  • Start Date:ASAP/ September 2025

Qualifications & Skills required:

  • No formal qualifications required—we welcome applicants with a passion for education and working with children.
  • Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies
  • Experience in a similar role or working with children is a plus, but not mandatory. Compassionate, patient, and resilient attitude.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs (SEN).
  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one

About the school:
This outstanding school supports children and young people with a wide range of complex needs, including ASD, ADHD, and speech & language difficulties. With modern facilities and a nurturing, inclusive ethos, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a school that truly prioritises personalised learning and holistic development. It has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

If you are looking for a new role where you can have a positive impact on the lives of young people? We want to hear from you today!

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 SEN Teaching Assistant 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 SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.