SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: South Shields
Salary: £90 – £120 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time
GSL Education are currently recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in South Shields. This SEND Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities and making a meaningful impact on their learning and wellbeing.
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. The school is keen to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant who is patient, caring, and committed to inclusive education.
The Role of the SEND Teaching Assistant Will Include:
* Supporting pupils with SEND on a one-to-one or small group basis.
* Assisting pupils with learning activities adapted to individual needs.
* Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour, and social development.
* Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies.
* Encouraging independence and promoting positive life skills.
* Providing a high standard of safeguarding and pastoral care as a SEND Teaching Assistant.
The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Will:
* Be available to work Monday to Friday.
* Have experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable but not essential).
* Be patient, empathetic, and proactive.
* Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
* Have a fully checkable work history.
Please note, this SEND Teaching Assistant position requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing high-quality SEND Teaching Assistants to schools across the North East. To apply, submit your up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
Referral Bonus:
We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.