Job description
Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: York
Pay Rate: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: April 2026 or sooner
GSL Education are recruiting a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist primary setting in the York area.
About the School
This specialist primary provision supports pupils with a range of special educational needs including ASD, speech and language difficulties and moderate learning needs. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment with small class sizes and strong staff collaboration to ensure pupils receive tailored support.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group SEN support
* Assist pupils in accessing the primary curriculum
* Support pupils working towards EHCP targets
* Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
* Work closely with teachers and the SEN team
Requirements
* Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEN
* Understanding of EHCPs and differentiated learning
* Patient, supportive and proactive approach
* 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 that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.