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Cover SEN Teaching Assistant, Colchester
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Client:
GSL Education
Location:
Colchester, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
12
Posted:
18.06.2025
Expiry Date:
02.08.2025
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Job Description:
Cover SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Colchester
Salary: £90- £130 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have the compassion and flexibility to support every child, every day? Join a dynamic and inclusive school in Colchester as a Cover SEN Teaching Assistant and help create positive learning experiences for pupils with special educational needs.
As a Cover SEN TA, you will step into various classrooms to provide vital support wherever needed. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, adapts easily to new settings, and is passionate about inclusive education.
Responsibilities:
* Support children with SEN across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 as needed on a daily or weekly basis.
* Assist with learning activities, adapting tasks to individual pupil needs.
* Help manage behaviour positively using clear, consistent strategies.
* Build rapport quickly with students and staff to ensure smooth transitions.
* Collaborate with teaching staff and SENCOs to maintain consistency in support and care.
Qualifications:
* Experience working with children with SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SEMH).
* A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to working in different classes.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Why Join GSL Education?
* Flexible, varied role perfect for adaptable and motivated individuals.
* Opportunities for permanent placements and professional development.
* Work with a supportive team in a well-regarded, inclusive school.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Cover SEN TA role in Colchester, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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