SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: New Ash Green, Kent

Salary: £83 per day

Start Date: Immediate start

Contract Type: Full time, 5 days a week (8.30 - 3.30)

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? We are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a thriving SEN school in New Ash Green, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners and help them achieve their full potential.

About The School:

The school take pride in supporting students aged 3-19 with Special Educational Needs. Each student’s unique energy fuels our commitment to personalised education, where we carefully assess and respond to individual needs. Our high expectations drive us to challenge everyone to reach their full potential in a supportive and celebratory environment. We aim to prepare students for their future steps, ensuring they feel a sense of purpose and belonging while making a positive impact on the world.

Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Assist the class teacher in managing the learning environment
Support students with their emotional and behavioural needs
Adapt learning materials to suit the needs of individual pupils
Encourage social interaction and engagement during lessons
Help with personal care tasks when required
Collaborate with the SEN team to create a supportive learning atmosphere

Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant role:

Experience working with children with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, and other learning difficulties.
Passion for working with children and a desire to make a difference in their lives.
Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and colleagues.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the educational and emotional needs of children with autism.
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

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.