SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £12.82 - 14.72 per hour [Depending on experience]

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

At GSL Education, we believe in creating an environment where all children are valued and supported to reach their full potential. We are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic and supportive team in Basingstoke.

Role Overview

As a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work directly with students with special educational needs, assisting them both inside and outside the classroom to help them engage with the curriculum and build their confidence. This role requires a compassionate and proactive individual who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children with a range of learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with various special educational needs, such as autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities.
• Assist in the delivery of the curriculum, supporting students on a one-to-one or small group basis to ensure they can access learning effectively.
• Support the emotional, social, and behavioural development of students, promoting their inclusion within the school community.
• Help with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and work with teachers to monitor student progress.
• Ensure students are supported during transitions between activities, lessons, and playtimes.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning materials and resources to meet the individual needs of students.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and self-esteem in students by offering appropriate support and guidance.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviour, using positive reinforcement strategies to support students.
• Liaise with parents and carers, providing feedback on progress and development as required.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate about supporting students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, either in a school or similar setting (desirable).
• Knowledge and understanding of a range of special educational needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, dyslexia).
• The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach to working with students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
  
  

To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA), 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 an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Earn between £12.82 - £14.72 per hour, depending on experience.
• Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
• Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication.
• Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement.
  
  

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Basingstoke!

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

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

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)’ in a secondary schoolrole, 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.