Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Do you enjoy hearing giggles and laughter on a daily basis? Would you like to help children with special needs to become the best version of themselves?

Then we may have the role for you! 

GSL Education are working with a vibrant Special Needs Secondary school situated just outside Portsmouth. They are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a positive attitude to join their friendly Year 8 team.

This school caters for children who have special educational needs, including those with social and communication difficulties, autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, dyslexia and dyspraxia.

The school prioritises outdoor learning and has a range of fantastic facilities such as a swimming pool, lots of sports facilities as well as a gardening area where the children can learn and grow. 

Job role:

-            Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and communication skills.

-            Conducting targeted interventions focused on the individual needs of a child. 

-            Working under the guidance of a teacher supporting small groups of pupils with learning tasks.

-            Creating a supportive and nurturing environment where the needs of all children are met.

-            Safeguarding will be your number one priority ensuring the welfare of the pupils.

Job specification:

-            Full time 8:30am – 3:30pm (Mon – Fri)

-            £384.60 - £460 per week

-            Temporary to permanent contract

-            Location: Portsmouth

-            Start date: ASAP

If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

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.