Job description
Exciting Opportunity: Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Supporting Deaf Students in Southampton, Hampshire (SO16)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs (SEN)?
GSL Education are seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join a welcoming secondary school in Southampton. This full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to support Deaf students and those with Speech and Language Needs. The position starts from September 2025 or after October half term, with the potential for a permanent contract following a successful probation period.
About the Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working closely with Deaf students, helping them access learning and develop essential communication skills. You’ll be part of a supportive team in a school that values inclusion and personal growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide tailored assistance to Deaf students and those with speech and language challenges.
- Assist teachers with lessons and classroom activities.
- Deliver focused support to individual students to help them overcome barriers to learning.
- Adapt to the needs of students and the school environment.
- GSL Education offers training in Makaton and other communication strategies to help you succeed.
What We’re Looking in SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
- You may have worked in a similar role or come from a care background supporting children with SEN or communication needs.
- Makaton training is a plus, but we welcome those willing to learn.
- Able to manage tasks and keep track of student progress.
- Skilled at building strong relationships with students and staff.
- Dependable and able to work independently.
- Any relevant qualifications or training in education or SEN are an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- With the chance for a permanent contract after probation.
- Join a school and agency that values and supports its staff.
- Opportunity to move up the pay grades as you gain more experience.
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 for staff in schools across the UK.
Ready to start this rewarding journey?
Click ‘apply now’ to send us your full and up-to-date CV. One of our friendly consultants will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
Referral Bonus: Refer a friend and earn £250 once they’ve worked 25 days through GSL Education.