121 SEN Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Leicester; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A major education recruitment agency in Leicester is seeking an experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with students with special educational needs. The role requires expertise in behavior management and a commitment to safeguarding. The successful candidate will inspire and motivate students while ensuring they reach their full potential. This position offers competitive pay and substantial support for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Direct links to local schools

Dedicated consultants for support

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with students who have SEND (including ASC, ADHD, and SEMH) in a classroom context.
• Ability to demonstrate a variety of behavior management techniques.
• Possess a valid work permit for the UK.

Responsibilities

• Encourage challenges for students as they progress.
• Ensure all pupils are motivated to learn and reach their full potential.
• Develop close bonds with students to support their growth.

Skills

Experience with students who have SEND

Behavior management techniques

Commitment to safeguarding

Flexibility and energy

Job description

Have you ever supported students with special needs in a classroom setting? Can you accommodate children's demands for both personal welfare and education?

For a fantastic Primary school in Leicester, GSL Education is thrilled to be hiring a committed and hardworking 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant. The chosen candidate must have experience working with students who have SEND (including ASC, ADHD, and SEMH) in a classroom context. They must also be able to demonstrate a variety of behavior management techniques to effectively nurture young students one-on-one.

Key responsibilities

• Every student should be given challenges and encouragement as they advance.
• Ensure that all pupils are motivated to learn and to achieve their full potential.
• Possess prior experience providing care for young people who are experiencing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
• Develop a close bond with each student to help them reach their full potential.
• Make learning enjoyable and promote participation in lessons.

Requirements

• Be committed to safeguarding.
• Be flexible, energized, and excited about dealing with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Possess a valid work permit for the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willing to complete one.

What GSL Education offers

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Direct links to local schools.
• Dedicated Consultants who will support your employment needs.
• Commitment to quality and safeguarding.

This is a wonderful chance to work at a top Leicester school and truly impact the lives of young children. We want to hear from you if you have a strong commitment to education and are looking to advance in your career.

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 child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

If you would like to apply for the above job then please apply via the application link, please call Judith Barker at GSL Education or apply online at (url removed).

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency serving teachers across UK.