Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background) Location: Ashford Salary: £88.94 per day Start: Immediate Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Are you a theatre enthusiast eager to make a meaningful impact in education? GSL Education are on the lookout for a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) with a background in theatre to join our dynamic team in Ashford. This role offers the opportunity to utilise your creative talents to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), fostering their confidence and communication skills through the arts. Key Responsibilities: Enhancing Learning Through Creativity: Incorporate drama and role-play into daily lessons to make learning more engaging and help students express themselves confidently. Personalised Support for Diverse Needs: Offer tailored assistance to students with various special educational needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Collaborative Planning: Work closely with teachers and therapists to create and implement individualised education plans (IEPs) that cater to each student's unique requirements. Fostering an Inclusive Environment: Help establish a welcoming and supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages all students to participate and showcase their creativity. Requirements: Background in theatre or performing arts, with a passion for creative education. Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an educational or care setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and staff. Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks, as required for working with children and vulnerable adults. Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, SEN TA training) 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). Benefits: Competitive daily rate of £88.94. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives through creative education. Supportive and inclusive school environment with a focus on staff well-being. Access to professional development opportunities, including training in SEN strategies and interventions. Potential for career progression within the educational setting. If you are a passionate SEN TA eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Ashford, we invite you to apply today! 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 TA’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch