Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Filey area, North Yorkshire
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
GSL Education are seeking a caring and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a specialist or mainstream setting in the Filey area.
About the School
This setting supports pupils with SEND, SEMH and communication needs through personalised learning, consistent routines and a nurturing approach that promotes confidence and engagement.
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support
* Assist with personalised learning plans
* Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
* Encourage independence and engagement
* Work closely with teachers and support staff
Requirements
* Experience supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs
* Understanding of behaviour support strategies
* Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach
* Strong communication skills
* 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.