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Location: Sheffield
Salary: £86 - £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant client schools community in Sheffield. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students to achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities as a SEN Teaching Assistant:- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special educational needs.
- Assist the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor student progress.
- Support students with personal care needs, if required.
- Foster a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to support student development.
- Participate in school activities and events to promote student engagement.
- Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ, or equivalent.
- Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant is desirable.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
- Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
GSL Education are an independent and ethical recruitment provider, supporting schools across Sheffield with their recruitment needs.
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.
Join us and make a real impact as an SEN Teaching Assistant!
