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Are you an empathic and innovative individual with a passion for supporting pupils, particularly with special educational needs?
GSL Education are currently working closely with a lovely school in Portsmouth. This friendly SEMH School is focused strongly on providing support and care for their pupils. The school aims to meet the needs of secondary-aged (11-16) boys and girls who have difficulty managing social interactions, positive relationships and recognising and regulating their emotions.
Working in a SEMH school can be challenging. We need the right person with the right attitude.
We are looking for a calm, caring and highly motivated individual who is very understanding with challenging behaviour. Experience in a school environment is desirable but work experience that can be adapted is accepted.
This Role includes,
- Supporting the teaching and learning of SEMH pupils
- Working closely with pupils who display challenging behaviour and emotional difficulties
- Working in classrooms supporting Teachers and fellow Teaching Assistants
- Full-time is preferred but part-time applicants may still apply, as job shares can be available
- Hours 8:30am-3:30pm
To work with GSL Education as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, 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 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.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.
