SEN Teaching Assistants - Full time - Okehampton

SEN Teaching Assistants – Full time - Okehampton - DRIVERS WANTED

Begin a fulfilling career in education with GSL Education as a committed full time SEN Teaching Assistant in Okehampton. Achieve your aspirations while making a significant difference in the lives of students with special needs.

GSL Education is partnering with a Special Needs school in Okehampton to hire more full-time Teaching Assistants. The students at this school have Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) and a variety of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs, severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, as well as a range of complex needs.

GSL Education are seeking those with previous SEN Teaching Assistant or those with good transferrable skills e.g. Support or Care work.

Personal Care may be required.

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Full time)   
Location: Okehampton
Salary:   £83.33 per day
Start Date: October 2024

We will prioritise candidates with a valid driving licene and access to a vehicle   

Requirements:  

• Experienced candidates will be preferred.
• Candidates with a driving license and access to a vehicle will be prioritized.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• We highly value traits such as compassion, patience, and empathy.
• Adaptability and flexibility in various situations are crucial.
• A strong commitment to fostering the success and well-being of students is paramount.

Responsibilities:  

• Assist students throughout their educational journey as a Special Needs Assistant.
• Create various strategies tailored to the unique needs of each student.
• Work closely with educators, therapists, and families to develop effective support plans.
• Foster a positive environment to improve social and communication skills.
• Apply consistent interventions and participate in activities to promote academic progress and success.

Why Choose GSL Education?  

• GSL Education provides educational support nationwide in the UK. 
• We guarantee competitive pay for teachers. 
• Our consultants assist candidates in securing appropriate job placements. 
• The welfare and work-life balance of our teaching staff are of utmost importance. 
• We uphold stringent safeguarding standards to ensure safety and protection.       
  
   

Apply now and submit your CV, if you're qualified and passionate about inclusive education. Deadline approaching!

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

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 on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in SEN Teaching Assistants – Okehampton 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.