Sen Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist school in Wallington. This role supports secondary pupils with SEN and helps develop academic, social and emotional skills within a specialist setting.

The position is full-time and term-time only, with a focus on patience, resilience and strong communication. DBS on the update service is required or applicants must be willing to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Must have child and adult DBS on update service or be willing to apply for one.
• Full-time term-time role.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged pupils with SEN in a specialist setting.
• Work with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored classroom support.
• Encourage positive engagement and help students develop academic, social and emotional skills.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Passion for helping students

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wallington

Location: Wallington, South London
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Agency: GSL Education

GSL Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist school in Wallington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The role involves supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs within a specialist education setting. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to deliver tailored classroom support, encourage positive engagement and help students develop their academic, social and emotional skills.

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient and confident supporting pupils with additional needs, including those who may require support with behaviour management.

The ideal candidate will

• Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.

• Be confident supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

• Have a patient, caring and adaptable approach.

• Be confident managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive behaviour.

• Be able to build strong, positive relationships with students.

• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Be reliable and available to work full-time during term time.

• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.

• MUST have a child and adult DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one

What we offer

• A rewarding opportunity within a specialist secondary school.

• Full-time, term-time-only working hours.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students' education and development.

• Ongoing support from GSL Education.