Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Thurnscoe
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and ready to make a real difference in a school setting?
GSL Education are working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Thurnscoe to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA). This role offers an excellent opportunity to support children with a range of additional needs and play a crucial part in their educational journey.
As a SEN TA, you will work closely with individual pupils or small groups, supporting those with EHCPs or additional needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH challenges. You will collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure tailored strategies are in place to help pupils succeed both academically and emotionally.
Job Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:
* Deliver one-to-one and small group support to students with identified SEN.
* Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs using positive reinforcement strategies.
* Implement and adapt lesson materials under the guidance of teaching staff and SENCOs.
* Encourage pupil independence, self-confidence, and social interaction within the classroom.
* Monitor and report on pupil progress, behaviour, and any concerns.
* Foster a calm, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Job Requirements:
* Previous experience working in an SEN or mainstream school setting is highly desirable.
* A good understanding of SEN including autism, ADHD, speech and language, or SEMH.
* A caring, resilient, and proactive approach to working with vulnerable children.
* Ability to follow direction but also show initiative when supporting learning.
* A genuine passion for working with young learners and supporting their development.
* 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).
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* Competitive pay rates aligned with your experience and role.
* Ongoing professional development and SEN training opportunities.
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
* Opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing school environment.
If you're ready to help transform the lives of young learners and support them in overcoming barriers to success, apply now to become a valued SEN Teaching Assistant in Thurnscoe with GSL Education!
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 Teaching Assistant (TA)’ 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.