SEN Teaching Assistant (Performing Arts Background) Location: Ashford Salary: £83.33 – £89 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Are you a creative and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) with a passion for the performing arts? GSL Education Kent are seeking a dynamic individual to join a specialist school in Ashford that supports students with Autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This inclusive and therapeutic setting values creativity as a powerful tool for engagement and expression. As a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) with a performing arts background, you will help students build confidence, communication, and emotional resilience through music, drama, and movement. As a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will: Support students with Autism and SEMH needs, both 1:1 and in small groups Use performing arts techniques to inspire learning and emotional expression Collaborate with teaching and therapy staff to implement creative, individualised support strategies Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through engaging activities Encourage independence, teamwork, and self-esteem through performance-based learning The successful SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) will: Have experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly Autism and SEMH Bring a background in perfo...