Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Bexhill
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (Part-time roles also available)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Bexhill, East Sussex. You’ll be working across the classroom to support pupils with a variety of special educational needs including autism, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties.
About the Role:
As a general classroom-based SEN TA, you'll assist in creating an inclusive and positive environment for pupils with diverse needs. From supporting learning to managing behaviour, your role will be key in helping every child thrive.
Experience with Makaton or PECS is a bonus, but if you don’t have it – don’t worry, we still encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other additional needs
• Help deliver structured classroom activities and targeted interventions
• Use visual supports and adapted resources to aid communication and understanding
• Promote positive behaviour and social interaction
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to track and support pupil progress
• Maintain a calm, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere
Job Requirements:
• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
• Familiarity with Makaton, PECS, or alternative communication strategies is desirable
• A patient, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one)
What We Offer:
• Daily pay ranging from £90 to £100, reflecting your expertise and dedication
• Ongoing support and dedicated consultants who truly understand your career goals
• Opportunities to work in a warm, welcoming school environment
• A chance to build experience with a range of special educational needs
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 about the position, please contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education.
To register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.