Sen Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Kent; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £93.30

Full-time and part-time roles

Long-term and day-to-day positions

Support from education consultants

Job summary

GSL Education Kent Branch is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a Folkestone school. Immediate start with flexible Full-Time/Part-Time, Long-Term/Day-to-Day options. You will support pupils with special educational needs during lessons, provide 1:1 or small-group assistance, and help students progress in a calm, patient environment.

The ideal candidate has experience with children or young people, good communication skills, and a DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Previous SEN TA experience would be beneficial.
• Patient, approachable, and supportive personality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
• Committed to helping every pupil make progress.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to complete a new application.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs during lessons and activities.
• Providing 1:1 or small-group assistance where required.
• Helping pupils understand and complete classroom tasks.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and greater independence.
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development.
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff.
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with children

SEN TA experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Progress focus

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Folkestone
Salary: £93.30 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Long-Term / Day-to-Day

Do you have the patience, understanding, and energy to help pupils overcome barriers to learning?

GSL Education Kent Branch are recruiting a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to work within a school in Folkestone. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with children and wants to play an important part in their learning, confidence, and development.

Every day as an SEN Teaching Assistant can be different. You may support pupils during lessons, help them manage difficult situations, encourage communication, or simply provide a calm and familiar presence when they need it. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be flexible, positive, and able to respond to individual needs.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs during lessons and activities
• Providing 1:1 or small-group assistance where required
• Helping pupils understand and complete classroom tasks
• Encouraging positive behaviour and greater independence
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Previous SEN TA experience would be beneficial
• Patient, approachable, and supportive personality
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Able to remain calm and positive in challenging situations
• Committed to helping every pupil make progress
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to complete a new application

What GSL Education Offer:

• £93.30 per day
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Long-term and day-to-day positions
• Support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to develop your experience within a school environment

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.