Supportive Teaching Assistant – Join a Rewarding Team Start Date: September 2025 Location: Basingstoke Salary: £82.80 to £100 per day Are you passionate about supporting students with Autism and complex needs? GSL Education are working with a welcoming school in Basingstoke that’s expanding its SEN provision – and they are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join them from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive team that truly values inclusion. If you're patient, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real difference in children's lives, we’d love to hear from you! The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children or young people with Autism, ideally within a school or educational setting. They should be calm, patient, and consistent, with a strong understanding of ASD and how to support children with communication and interaction challenges. A team player by nature, they will be confident, compassionate, and proactive, with a genuine passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs. Using a range of communication strategies with patience and empathy, they will be committed to creating an inclusive and encouraging school experience for all pupils. Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant: Supporting students with Autism (ASC) Working closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to tailor learning and behaviour strategies Providing 1:1 and small group support to aid engagement and progress Helping to create a calm, positive, and structured learning environment The School Offers: • A supportive and forward-thinking SEN team • Training around Autism and behaviour strategies • A permanent role with growth potential for the right candidate To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should: Have the right to work in the UK. Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years. Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments. Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires 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. For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit to apply online.