KS1-2 SEN Learning Mentor

GSL Education; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks full-time Teaching Assistants for a SEND school in Plymouth. The role involves guiding students with complex needs and supporting personalized education plans. Candidates should have a clean driving license, effective communication skills, and demonstrate patience and empathy.

Benefits

Competitive compensation rates

Personalized consulting services

Flexible work-life balance

Qualifications

• Clean UK driving license and own car.
• Available full time as soon as possible.
• Must have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references.

Responsibilities

• Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering guidance and support.
• Collaborate to develop comprehensive support plans.
• Assist with daily tasks and implement interventions for behavior challenges.

Skills

Effective communication

Patience

Empathy

Flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

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Full time – long term role – term time only

SEPTEMBER 2025

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm

At GSL Education we are supporting an SEND school in PLYMOUTH who are seeking TA’s to join their team on a FULL TIME BASIS.

The school provides a personalised wrap-around education package to students with complex needs or EHCP pupils at risk of having to be educated in residential placements.

Every child has a high level of support often including one to one support and bespoke timetables following thematic learning experiences. A wide range of personalised learning in and out of the classroom is designed to engage the student, build resilience and provide the foundation for rapid academic progress.

THE SCHOOL HAS MULTIPLE SETTINGS AND WE ARE SEEKING THOSE HAPPY TO WORK ACROSS KS1-2.

These roles are tough, the children present very challenging behaviour and you will need to be resilient and committed to this role.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES A CLEAN UK DRIVING LICENSE AND OWN CAR. You must be happy to use this car for business purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering personalised guidance and support.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop comprehensive support plans.
• Foster a nurturing environment that promotes improved social interactions and communication skills.
• Assist with daily tasks, academic activities, and implement effective interventions to address behavior challenges and promote positive outcomes.

Requirements:

• Be available asap on a full time basis
• Effective communication abilities to ensure clear interactions
• Demonstrated Patience and Empathy along with flexibility and adaptability
• Dedication to the Success of Students

Why Choose GSL Education?

• GSL Education, a respected and independent recruitment agency, supports educators nationwide across the UK.
• Benefit from competitive compensation rates tailored to candidates.
• Our services are personalized, with dedicated consultants guiding you to secure your ideal position.
• Experience a flexible work-life balance tailored to suit your lifestyle.
• Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding high standards of quality and safeguarding.

If you are dedicated and qualified for this opportunity and ready to contribute to the inclusive education of students, please apply for the advert and submit your CV.

To work with GSL Education, 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 or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service