Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Brighton
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Do you want to step into a classroom where your support means everything? Apply as an SEN TA today!
GSL Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school community in Brighton. As an SEN TA, you will work closely with pupils who require extra support with their learning, helping them to access the curriculum and thrive both socially and academically.
Responsibilities as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Support pupils with special educational needs in and out of the classroom.
- Assist in the development and implementation of tailored learning strategies.
- Help manage classroom behaviour in a calm and proactive manner.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.
- Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and parents.
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN (preferred).
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to support.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- A full CV covering the past 10 years, with any gaps explained.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Personalised support from experienced consultants
- Opportunities for CPD and career development
- A professional and ethical recruitment service focused on your success
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 Teaching Assistant role, please click "apply now" and submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly.