Job Title: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Derby Pay Rate: £90 – £110 per day Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in the life of a child with special educational needs? GSL Education are seeking a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to a pupil in a school in Derby from September 2025. As a 1:1 SEND TA, this role is ideal for someone who is patient, nurturing, and passionate about helping children achieve their full potential. As a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide personalised, one-to-one support for a pupil with special educational needs. Implement strategies to support the child’s academic, social, and emotional development. Assist with classroom activities, small group work, and behaviour management. Monitor and record the child’s progress and communicate updates with teachers and parents. Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment that encourages independence. Requirements for 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant: Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a 1:1 setting. A patient, caring, and empathetic approach. Strong communication and teamwork skills. An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply). A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any employment gaps. What GSL Education Offers: Competitive daily pay rates. Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule. Opportunities for professional development and training. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. 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. To apply for the position of 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.