Job description
Make a Difference as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Chapeltown!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chapeltown
Salary Range: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and proactive individuals to join a supportive school in Chapeltown as a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA). This is a fulfilling opportunity to support students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and speech and language needs.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will be instrumental in helping students access the curriculum, develop essential life skills, and build confidence in a nurturing and inclusive environment. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to ensure each child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.
Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEN.
- Assist in the implementation of EHCPs and individual learning plans.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
- Support students with personal care and mobility needs where required.
- Encourage independence, resilience, and social development.
- Monitor and report on student progress to teaching staff and parents.
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN or additional needs.
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
- Understanding of inclusive education and differentiated teaching strategies.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
- An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates tailored to your experience.
- Access to free, ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
- Personalised support from a dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles in welcoming school communities.
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.
If you’re passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and want to make a lasting impact in education, we encourage you to apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Chapeltown today.