Sen Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Kent; Dartford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-/Part-time options

Long-term & day-to-day roles

Support from education consultants

Experience across Dartford schools

Job summary

GSL Education Kent is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Dartford school. This role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN, helping them engage and progress in class.

The position offers flexible full-time/part-time options with an immediate start, and requires safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils or children is desirable.
• Experience with pupils with SEN is advantageous.
• Patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEN pupils.
• Support learning, communication, and emotional development.
• Help pupils stay focused and engaged during lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and independence.
• Work closely with teachers and other staff.
• Adapt approach to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience & care

Resilience

Relationship building

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Dartford

Salary: £93.30 per day

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Long-Term / Day-to-Day

Could you be the consistent, caring support a pupil needs to feel confident and succeed at school?

GSL Education Kent Branch are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of the schools in Dartford. This is a great opportunity for a patient and supportive person who enjoys helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and make progress in the classroom.

As a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have special educational needs, providing 1:1 and small-group support where required. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with pupils, encourage engagement, and help create a calm and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils as an SEN TA
• Support learning, communication, and emotional development
• Help pupils stay focused and engaged during lessons
• Encourage positive behaviour and independence
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff
• Adapt your approach to meet individual pupil needs

Requirements for the SEN TA role:

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is advantageous
• Patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or willingness to apply

What GSL Education Offer:

• Competitive pay of £93.30 per day
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Long-term and day-to-day positions
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across schools in Dartford

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 Dartford.