Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Darlington
Salary: £95 – £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you a patient, caring, and dedicated individual passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?
GSL Education are currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants (SEN TA) to work in schools across Darlington.
This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of special educational needs, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to provide tailored support, helping students access learning, build confidence, and develop both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:
* Support students with special educational needs within lessons and school activities
* Provide one-to-one and small group support where required
* Assist students in accessing the curriculum and completing learning tasks
* Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in learning
* Support students’ emotional, social, and academic development
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff
* Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
* Assist with implementing personalised support plans and interventions
SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable
* Patient, calm, and supportive approach
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
* Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
* Relevant education, childcare, or support work experience is beneficial
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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 a new application.
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 “SEN Teaching Assistant” role, 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.