SEN Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Haxby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Haxby is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and those facing challenges in mainstream education. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 support, assisting with tailored learning plans, and promoting emotional regulation. Strong communication skills and experience in care settings are necessary. A knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team is essential. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in school, community, or care settings with children having SEND or SEMH needs.
• Ability to apply trauma-informed approaches and de-escalation strategies.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with tailored learning plans and therapeutic approaches.
• Encourage emotional regulation and communication.
• Support academic tasks and life-skills activities.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Confidence using de-escalation strategies

Strong communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Patience and resilience

Team collaboration

Understanding of emotional regulation

Job description

GSL Education are looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Alternative Provision in the Haxby area. This role suits someone passionate about supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH needs and those who have faced challenges in mainstream education.

About the School

The provision supports learners aged 4–16 who benefit from smaller groups, therapeutic support and personalised learning pathways. Pupils follow an adapted curriculum that includes core subjects, life-skills and vocational options, delivered through a nurturing and relationship-focused model.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Assist with tailored learning plans and therapeutic approaches
• Encourage emotional regulation and communication
• Support academic tasks and life-skills activities
• Work closely with teachers, keyworkers and pastoral teams

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or SEMH needs in school, community or care settings
• Confidence using de‑de-escalation strategies and trauma‑informed approaches
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting, positive relationships
• Patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• A good understanding of how to support emotional regulation and social development
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

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.