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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Barnsley
Salary: Up to £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and making a lasting difference in their school journey?
GSL Education are currently recruiting a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Barnsley. This SEN TA role is ideal for someone who is committed to inclusive education and eager to support children with diverse learning needs from September.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with special educational needs.
* Working alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised learning plans.
* Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
* creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
* Assisting with daily classroom tasks and adapting materials to meet individual needs.
To be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will need:
* Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
* A patient, empathetic, and understanding approach.
* Strong communication skills and a flexible attitude.
* An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A full CV covering the past 10 years, with any employment gaps explained.
Why work with GSL Education?
* Competitive daily rates based on your experience and qualifications.
* Supportive consultants who prioritise your career and wellbeing.
* Opportunities for CPD and training in SEND support.
* A transparent and ethical recruitment process.
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.
To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please click "apply now" and submit your up-to-date CV. One of our consultants will be in touch shortly.
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