Job description
Job Title: SEN Support Assistant
Location: Gainsborough
Pay Rate: £88.94 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting pupils with diverse learning needs in a compassionate and structured environment?
GSL Education are currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Support Assistant to work in a school setting in Gainsborough, providing tailored support to children with PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) and MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties).
Role Overview:
As an SEN Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to provide individualised care and learning support to students with additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
Responsibilities as a SEN Support Assistant:
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with PMLD and MLD.
- Assist with personal care, sensory activities, and communication needs as required.
- Support learning through visual, tactile, and adaptive teaching strategies.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Promote inclusion, safety, and emotional well-being at all times.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with SEN, particularly PMLD and/or MLD.
- A patient, empathetic, and supportive attitude.
- Willingness to assist with personal care and physical support tasks.
- An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years (with no unexplained gaps).
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Support from experienced consultants with local knowledge.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- A people-first, ethical recruitment approach.
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.
To apply for the SEN Support Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.