SEN Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Copmanthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Copmanthorpe. Ideal candidates will have experience working with vulnerable young people and a strong understanding of SEND and SEMH needs. Responsibilities include providing support across lessons, helping develop communication and resilience, and collaborating with teachers and external agencies. This role requires a nurturing attitude and enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required or willingness to apply.
• Understanding of SEND, SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice.
• Reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide SEN and SEMH support across lessons and activities.
• Support individual learning pathways.
• Help develop communication, independence and resilience.

Skills

Experience supporting vulnerable young people

Strong listening skills and emotional awareness

Ability to support challenging behaviour confidently

Positive, nurturing attitude

Adaptability to changing needs

Job description

GSL Education are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist Alternative Provision in Copmanthorpe. The role is suited to someone committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning through patience, consistency and care.

About the School

The provision works with learners aged 4–16 who benefit from adapted teaching, therapeutic support and stable routines. Staff prioritise emotional wellbeing, self-confidence and relationship building.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide SEN and SEMH support across lessons and activities
• Support individual learning pathways
• Help develop communication, independence and resilience
• Work with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies

Requirements

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people
• Ability to support challenging behaviour confidently and safely
• Strong listening skills and emotional awareness
• Understanding of SEND, SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice
• A positive, nurturing attitude and reliable work ethic
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing needs
• Enhanced DBS required or willingness to apply

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.

If you would like to apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.