SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Gedling
Salary: £90–£110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term; Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young learners with special educational needs? Do you thrive in a classroom environment where your patience, empathy, and commitment can truly change lives?

GSL Education are looking to appoint a dedicated and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant to work in various schools in Gedling, starting from September 2025. As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), your role will be to support children and young people with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language delays, and social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Working closely with teachers and SENCOs, you will help to create a calm, focused, and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Whether you have prior experience or a keen interest in supporting SEN pupils, we would love to hear from you!

Main Responsibilities of a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant:

• Provide tailored support to students in both one-to-one and small group settings
• Support the implementation of IEPs and EHCPs to meet individual learning goals
• Assist with planning and adapting learning materials to suit diverse needs
• Monitor and record progress, reporting concerns and achievements to teaching staff
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for all learners
• Assist in behaviour management and de-escalation when necessary
• Promote independence and confidence in students
• Liaise with parents, staff, and external professionals to ensure continuity of support
• Support students in developing social and communication skills
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection protocols at all times

SEN TA Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar
• Understanding of a variety of learning needs and how to support them effectively
• CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable but not essential
• A degree in Psychology, SEND, Counselling or a similar field is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills
• A calm, proactive, and patient approach to support
• Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates based on your experience and skills
• Flexible work opportunities to suit your schedule
• Long-term placements and the potential for permanent positions
• Supportive consultants committed to your development and well-being

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

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.