Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in Leicester. This full-time role involves assisting young learners with special educational needs, helping them engage with lessons and monitor their progress. Ideal candidates will have experience working with SEN children and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay rates and the opportunity to work in a warm and inclusive school community. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in students' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Supportive staff

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with SEN children is essential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN students on a 1:1 basis in the classroom.
• Monitor progress and report to the class teacher.

Skills

Experience with SEN learners

Excellent communication skills

Ability to form relationships

Knowledge of Autism and Mental Health Needs

Positive attitude

Education

Degree in Psychology

Tools

Safeguarding certificate

Job description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Leicester

Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Leicester

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

f57778928677

Job Views:

5

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

GSL Education is looking for passionate and motivated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to support young learners in various SEN school settings based in Leicester. This is a full-time position that should start as soon as possible.

You will be working with a team of dedicated professionals to provide personalised and specific support for young people who have additional requirements in terms of Academic and Communicative development. You will need knowledge of complex behaviours linked to Autism, Mental Health Needs and Learning Difficulties to assist SEN students on a 1:1 basis with comprehending lessons and regular engagement in the classroom, while monitoring their progress and reporting to the class teacher at the same time. This role would suit someone with prior experience working with SEN children.

Role Requirements:

• Prior experience working with SEN learners.
• A clean and relevant DBS (Can be obtained through us if required).
• A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work.
• A confident, outgoing and positive individual with a passion for helping others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships.
• Previous experience working in primary schools is preferred.
• Safeguarding certificate.
• Good knowledge of different forms of SEN.
• Degree in Psychology will get preference.

What is on offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Chance to work in a warm, active, and inclusive school community.
• Committed and enthusiastic support staff.
• Excellent prospects for advancement in career.

Please submit your CV today or contact Judith ([e-mail]) on GSL Education.

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.