SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA)

TN United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant in Chesterfield. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs in a dynamic school environment. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a passion for helping young people succeed. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Daily pay scale of £100–£110

Supportive school environment

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEN in a secondary school.
• Strong understanding of SEN conditions and support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with diverse SEN needs.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Monitor and record student progress and behaviour.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Resilience

Job description

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £100 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time

Are you an empathetic and confident support professional with experience in secondary education?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in a dynamic and inclusive secondary school in Chesterfield. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with young people who have additional needs, helping them to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Role Overview:

As a SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA), you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 with a range of special educational needs including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language challenges, sensory needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with diverse SEN needs across core and optional subjects.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of tailored learning activities and interventions.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, social skills development, and self-esteem building.
• Manage challenging behaviours using effective de-escalation and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Monitor and record student progress and behaviour, reporting observations to relevant staff.
• Help maintain an inclusive and supportive learning environment in line with the school’s values.
• Support transitions between lessons and guide during unstructured times (e.g. breaks/lunchtime).
• Be available to travel across the site or to other locations as required for off-site support.

Job Requirements:

• A full UK driving license is required, as off-site support may involve travel to external educational provisions.
• Previous experience supporting young people with SEN in a secondary school or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of a range of SEN conditions and support strategies for secondary-age learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to form positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Calm, adaptable and resilient in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Benefit from a structured daily pay scale of £100–£110, ensuring fair compensation for your experience.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on secondary pupils’ progress and wellbeing.
• A supportive school environment that values inclusive education.
• A supportive consultant will help throughout the placement.

If you are a committed and flexible SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant with your own transport and the ability to start ASAP, apply today with your most recent CV – we’d love to hear from you!

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 Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA)’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.