SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Eastleigh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a special needs school in Eastleigh. This role involves working closely with children who have special needs, providing them with the tailored support they need to excel academically and socially. You will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the right qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the lives of young learners. Join a supportive team committed to empowering students and fostering their growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs is essential.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups of KS3 and KS4 children through targeted interventions.
• Create a nurturing environment for children to thrive.
• Ensure safeguarding is prioritized in all activities.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Safeguarding

Support for Special Needs

Education

Relevant experience working with children

Job description

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Teaching Assistant
Location: Eastleigh
Salary: £82.08 to £104.16 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Long Term, Full Time, Temporary to permanent

Are you an energetic and adaptable person who enjoys working with children who have Special Needs? Do you think you could make a real difference to children’s lives?

GSL are currently recruiting an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our special needs Secondary school in Eastleigh. You will be joining an inclusive and collaborative team to give children the opportunities that they deserve.

This school provides highly specialised Alternative Provisions for children and young people in KS3 and KS4 who for a variety of reasons are unable to attend a mainstream school. Students are taught in small groups and access a tailored curriculum which includes lessons such as catering, outdoor education, social skills, enrichment, vocational lessons and more!

Your responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant may include:

1. Working with small groups of KS3 and 4 children, through targeted interventions, to ensure all students reach their full potential.
2. Adapting your practice where needed to meet the needs of all students through targeted, differentiated support.
3. Create a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child can thrive and flourish.
4. Supporting children with 1:1 reading.
5. Supporting teachers in assessing student progress and providing informative feedback to pupils.
6. Safeguarding will be your number one priority, ensuring the welfare of the children.

If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

To work with GSL Education as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires 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.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit gsleducation to apply online.