Job description
Empowering SEN Learners Every Day as a Teaching Assistant in Stockton
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockton
Salary Range: £90 – £115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day / Long-term | Part-time / Full-time
A rewarding opportunity is available for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to work within a warm and inclusive Stockton school. GSL Education are seeking individuals who are passionate about helping children with additional needs progress both academically and emotionally. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £90 – £115, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):
* Provide 1:1 or small‑group support to pupils with a variety of SEN needs.
* Assist teachers and SENCOs in delivering personalised learning plans.
* Promote full inclusion within classroom settings and learning activities.
* Encourage pupils’ confidence, communication, and independence.
* Contribute to creating a safe, calm, and positive learning environment.
* Prepare teaching resources and assist with classroom routines.
Job Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):
* Experience supporting children or young people with.
* Strong understanding of inclusive practices and differentiated support.
* Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to build trust.
* Adaptability when responding to a range of learning and emotional needs.
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
* An 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 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 register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, click ‘apply now’ to submit your latest CV, and a dedicated GSL consultant will be in touch.