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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Ashington
Salary: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-term
Do you have the patience, empathy, and commitment to support children with special educational needs during the most important part of their day?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to work full-time from 8:45 AM to 2:48 PM, in a supportive and inclusive school environment in Ashington. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the academic and personal development of pupils with additional needs.
Responsibilities:
* Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs (SEN).
* Assist the class teacher in delivering structured, inclusive learning activities.
* Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
* Encourage the development of pupils’ confidence, independence, and communication skills.
* Support pupils during classroom activities, break times, and transitions.
* Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in line with safeguarding policies.
Requirements:
* Experience working with children with SEN (e.g. autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties).
* A calm, nurturing, and flexible approach to supporting individual needs.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality in an educational setting.
* A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are desirable.
* Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
* Rewarding work supporting children who need you most.
* Ongoing professional development and SEN training opportunities.
* Supportive school team and dedicated consultant guidance.
If you’re ready to bring energy, creativity, and expertise into the classroom, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ role in Ashington, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at sheikh.saifgsleducation for more information.
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