SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School – Chichester, West Sussex Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs? GSL Education are seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive secondary school in Chichester, West Sussex, starting from September 2025. This role is based in the school’s dedicated resource base, which supports students with Autism and Learning Difficulties. The position offers the opportunity for progression through the pay grades and a permanent contract following a successful probation period. Applicants from care backgrounds with transferable SEN experience are warmly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities of Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant: Provide tailored one-to-one and group support for students with Autism and Learning Difficulties Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SEN team to implement individual learning plans Assist students in accessing the curriculum and building confidence in a nurturing environment Encourage independence, social development, and emotional well-being Track and report on student progress, providing feedback to teachers and SEN staff Support with classroom preparation, organisation, and differentiated learning activities SEN TA Requirements: Experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar Background in care or education with relevant, transferable skills A calm, patient, and empathetic approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one Why choose GSL: Clear career progression and pathway to permanent employment Supportive consultants dedicated to your placement and professional development Ethical and personal recruitment service Access to meaningful, long-term roles in local schools If you are a motivated and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support students with additional needs, we welcome your application! 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. For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch. Refer a friend and receive £250 once the referral has worked 25 days through GSL Education.