Sen Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Boston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Ltd is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Boston, Lincolnshire. You will support children aged 7-17 with additional needs, helping them engage with learning in a calm, nurturing environment.

The role focuses on SEN and SEMH support, including autism and related needs. You will work closely with teachers to implement individual plans, promote independence and create a safe school atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach to supporting young people.
• Experience or willingness to develop SEN, SEMH, autism or behaviour support skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children who may have faced educational difficulties.
• Calm, consistent and adaptable under challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils access learning activities in a small, specialist classroom environment.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

SEN knowledge

SEMH support

Behaviour support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Boston, Lincolnshire

Employer: GSL Education Ltd

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-time / long-term opportunity

Make a Difference in the Lives of Young People

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Boston, Lincolnshire. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people aged 7-17 years who have additional needs and benefit from a more personalised, supportive approach to education.

The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, who may find mainstream education challenging. Some pupils may also have additional needs, including autism, ADHD, sensory differences and communication difficulties.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, build positive relationships, develop confidence and engage with their learning.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils access learning activities in a small, specialist classroom environment.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Work closely with teachers and other professionals to support individual learning and development plans.
• Encourage independence, resilience and positive engagement with education.
• Help create a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Experienced in, or keen to develop their skills in, SEN, SEMH, autism or behavioural support.
• Confident building positive relationships with children and young people who may have experienced difficulties in education.
• Able to remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations.
• Adaptable and committed to helping every pupil achieve their potential.

Previous experience working in a school, specialist provision, youth work, residential care or a similar support setting would be advantageous. A willingness to learn and a positive, proactive attitude are equally important.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience in specialist education.
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference to young people's lives.

Please note: All applicants must meet the necessary safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements, including relevant background checks.

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.