SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Market Weighton. The position involves assisting with personalised learning plans and supporting pupils with various additional needs. Candidates should have relevant SEN experience, empathy, and flexibility. This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. An enhanced DBS check or the willingness to apply for one is necessary. Competitive daily salary offered of £88 to £110.

Qualifications

• Relevant SEN experience required.
• Candidates must demonstrate empathy and flexibility.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personalised learning plans.
• Support communication, confidence, and engagement.
• Help maintain a safe and supportive classroom.

Skills

SEN experience

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

Location: Market Weighton
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026

GSL Education are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist setting near Market Weighton, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

About the School

The provision offers personalised learning pathways, small groups and a strong pastoral focus for pupils who need additional support to succeed academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities

Assist with personalised learning plans

Support communication, confidence and engagement

Help maintain a safe and supportive classroom

Requirements

Relevant SEN experience, empathy, flexibility and an enhanced DBS 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.