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Are you a compassionate, proactive individual with experience supporting children with SEMH needs?
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £100 – £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time
GSL Education are working in partnership with a specialist school in Chesterfield, seeking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This full-time position suits candidates with a strong background in behaviour support, therapeutic approaches, or trauma-informed practice.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will be pivotal in providing one-to-one and small-group support to students who require tailored intervention and emotional support. Working under the guidance of senior staff and SENCOs, your role will be integral in helping students re-engage with learning and achieve academic and personal progress.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with SEMH needs to access the curriculum in a safe and structured environment.
- Implement behaviour management strategies effectively in line with school policy.
- Build meaningful and trusting relationships with students to promote self-esteem and resilience.
- Assist the teacher in planning and delivering individualised support and intervention.
- Monitor student progress and contribute to reviews and assessments.
- Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Job Requirements:
- Prior experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural challenges, or additional needs is essential.
- Must be a driver with access to a vehicle, as some off-site or flexible location work may be required.
- A genuine commitment to working full-time, Monday to Friday, during term time.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches, Team Teach (or similar), or de-escalation strategies is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a nurturing disposition.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Choose GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rate of £100 - £110, based on experience and qualifications.
- Consistent support from a dedicated consultant who understands your career goals.
- Opportunities for CPD, career progression, and access to long-term and permanent placements.
- A chance to work within caring, inclusive, and student-centred environments.
Apply Now!
If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with SEMH needs and thrive in a rewarding educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
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 (SEN TA)’ 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.
