SEN Teaching Assistant

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to education, and we strive to provide top-tier support to the schools. GSL Education are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant at an SEN provision school located in Southampton. The school boasts excellent facilities, including a dedicated music room, expansive outdoor play areas, and sports amenities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the school at an exciting time. We are seeking motivated, creative and passionate individuals to become part of their team. Full training will be provided to help you understand how to effectively support their pupils.

To be successful for the SEN Teaching Assistant role experience is desirable in:

Previous teaching roles
Sports Coaching
Have worked in a Nursery before
Support work or healthcare
Youth work
Working with challenging behaviour

Key responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant role:

Assisting pupils in settling into their tutor groups
Supporting teachers to ensure all students can engage with the curriculum
Providing 1:1, 2:1, or small group support
Collaborating closely with teachers to ensure comprehensive pupil support
While full-time availability is preferred, part-time applicants are encouraged to apply, as job-sharing opportunities may be available.
Hours for the position are 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

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