Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sunderland
Pay rate: £95 -£115 Per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Guide pupils with additional needs to access learning, strengthen confidence, and achieve in a supportive school community!
GSL Education are searching for a dedicated Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to work in schools across Sunderland, providing tailored support to students with special educational needs.
In this role, you will work closely with teaching staff to deliver personalised support, helping pupils engage with lessons and develop both academically and socially.
About the role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of needs, adapting your approach to suit individual learning styles and ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Prime responsibilities of SEN TA:
* Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
* Assist in implementing individual education plans and support strategies
* Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning
* Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
* Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
What we are looking for:
* Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* A patient, adaptable, and caring approach
* Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
* Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
To work with GSL Education, you should:
* Have the right to work in the UK
* Provide an up-to-date CV with two recent references
* Have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
If you are a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant ready to make a difference in Sunderland, we welcome your application.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.