Do you have a desire help children with Special Needs thrive? Are you an enthusiastic and understanding person?

Then we may have the right position for you!

GSL Education are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work in one of our caring Special schools based in Portsmouth. This school caters for children who have difficulty regulating their emotions and have a number of complex needs.

This school is looking for a patient and supportive person to join their friendly team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working under the guidance of an experienced teacher to help support children in the class who have a range of needs. You will be working with small groups of children, through targeted and individualised interventions. Through your role, you will help to build a nurturing environment so that the children feel safe and supported. Some children may need help regulating their emotions, so a calm and patient approach is desired.

Ideal candidates will have relevant experience working with children who have learning difficulties and complex needs. Additionally, having a knowledge of PECS or Makaton would be an advantage but is not essential. We are looking for a person who is positive and has a light hearted attitude, as working in this environment can be challenging.

The benefits of working here:

• £384.60 - £450 per week.

• Full Time (Term time only) – 8:30am – 3:30pm

• Location: Portsmouth

• Start time: ASAP

To work with GSL Education as a SEMH 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 SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.