SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bedworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with challenging behaviours in Special Needs Schools. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing 1:1 behaviour support and implementing effective strategies for children aged 5 to 11. The ideal candidate will demonstrate resilience and adaptability while fostering literacy and numeracy skills. This temporary position may evolve into a permanent role for the right candidate, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about education and child welfare.

Benefits

Referral Bonus

DBS Processing Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging behaviours in educational settings.
• Personal experience with mental health and Autism is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with challenging behaviours in Special Needs Schools.
• Providing 1:1 behaviour support and implementing management strategies.
• De-escalating volatile situations and managing emotional challenges.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Personal Care

Support for Autism

Support for ADHD

Literacy Support

Numeracy Support

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Qualification

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant

Roles: SEN Teaching Assistants, Support Workers, Personal Care, Autism, Mental Health, and Behaviour Mentors.

Location: Bedworth

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm (day-to-day, short & long term). Required from June and September 2025.

Salary: £90 - £100 a day depending on experience.

Job Description:

• Working in Special Needs Schools around Bedworth, supporting children with challenging behaviours such as Autism, ADHD, SLD, PMLD, and others.
• Providing 1:1 behaviour support, implementing behaviour management strategies, and acting as a positive role model.
• Supporting numeracy and literacy skills through booster sessions.
• De-escalating volatile situations and supporting children aged 5 to 11 years old.
• Mandatory personal care responsibilities.
• Demonstrating resilience and adaptability to manage emotional and behavioural challenges.

The ideal candidate should have experience working with challenging behaviours in educational or support settings. Personal experience with mental health, SLD, PMLD, and Autism is encouraged.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS Child and Adult Check – must be on the update service. Assistance with DBS processing available.
• Two references to clear your file with GSL.
• Teaching Assistant Level 2 Qualification or equivalent.

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to relevant checks. The advertised roles relate to actual vacancies at our client schools.

This is a temporary role but may become permanent for the right candidate.

For further information, contact Sharan at 07950730581 or [email protected]

Referral Bonus: £100 for each candidate referred to us (Ts & Cs apply).