Job Title: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Long Eaton
Salary: £90 – £110+ per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?
GSL Education are seeking a committed 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to work closely with a pupil in Long Eaton starting September 2025. This role is ideal for someone who can provide personalised support, ensuring the child can access learning and make progress in a nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities of the 1:1 SEND TA:
* Provide individualised support to a pupil with SEND needs.
* Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet the child’s needs.
* Implement strategies from Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
* Promote independence, confidence, and social skills.
* Liaise with teachers, SENCO, and parents to support the child’s development.
Requirements for the 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant role:
* Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a 1:1 setting.
* Knowledge of strategies for supporting additional learning needs.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Patience, empathy, and resilience when faced with challenges.
* An enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
Benefits of Joining GSL Education:
* Competitive daily rates (£90 – £110+), based on experience.
* Flexible working patterns – full-time or part-time.
* Opportunities for professional development in SEND support.
* Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant.
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 this 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant role in Long Eaton, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.