Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Cranbrook, Kent
Salary: £ – £95+ per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP (until Christmas, with potential extension)
Are you a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a meaningful, full-time role in Cranbrook? GSL Education Kent are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEMH school that provides specialist education for pupils aged 11–19 with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Why Choose This SEN Teaching Assistant Role?
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require patience, empathy, and consistency. You’ll work within a nurturing SEMH environment where relationships, behaviour regulation, and emotional well-being are central to students’ success. If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive, this is a highly rewarding opportunity.
This position offers full-time hours from 09:00 to 16:00 (with an early finish of 14:00 on Wednesdays) and is an excellent chance to gain valuable experience within a supportive specialist setting.
Key Responsibilities for SEN Teaching Assistant:
* Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to pupils’ emotional and behavioural needs
* Assist with behaviour regulation, engagement, and therapeutic approaches
* Support pupils’ learning across a range of subjects and activities
* Build trusting, positive relationships to encourage confidence and resilience
* Work collaboratively with teachers, mentors, and pastoral teams
* Foster a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant:
* Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour
* A calm, patient, and resilient approach to working with vulnerable learners
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Consistency, reliability, and a genuine commitment to pupil welfare
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
What We Offer:
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Full-time, ongoing opportunity with potential for extension
* Supportive school team that values SEN expertise
* Training and guidance from GSL Education Kent’s specialist consultants
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable young people
This SEN Teaching Assistant role requires a solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or a new application.
If you are a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant ready to support SEMH learners in Cranbrook, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV or contact Kate at GSL Education Kent for more information.