SEN Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education urgently seeks dedicated Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to provide personalised student support across Plymouth. This full-time role offers competitive pay, flexible work options, and the chance to contribute to inclusive education. Successful candidates must possess a UK driving licence, have relevant experience, and are committed to safeguarding.

Benefits

Support from a respected recruitment agency

Competitive pay rates

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Right to work in the UK.
• DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Guide students as a Teaching Assistant, providing personalised support.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop support plans.
• Create a nurturing environment to promote social and communication skills.

Skills

Personalised support

Collaboration

Nurturing environment

Communication skills

Behaviour interventions

Education

Experience in SEN schools or transferable skills from care/support roles

Job description

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We are urgently seeking local Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants with a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle. These roles are based in PLYMOUTH and surrounding areas, available immediately and for future opportunities, on a full-time basis. If you're interested in a career in education, we want to hear from you!

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: PLYMOUTH

Requirements:

• Must have UK driving licence and own car

Responsibilities:

• Guide students as a Teaching Assistant, providing personalised support.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop support plans.
• Create a nurturing environment to promote social and communication skills.
• Assist with daily tasks, academic activities, and implement behaviour interventions for positive outcomes.

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Support from a respected, independent recruitment agency across the UK.
• Competitive pay rates tailored to candidates.
• Dedicated consultants to help you find your ideal role.
• Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to high standards of quality and safeguarding.

If you are dedicated, qualified, and ready to contribute to inclusive education, please apply and submit your CV. To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Possess a UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Have UK experience in SEN schools or transferable skills from care/support roles.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two recent references.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.

We offer competitive pay, personalized service, and dedicated support to help you secure your new role. Whether starting your career or seeking better work-life balance, we are here for you. We have helped many candidates gain experience and training to become support staff, teachers, psychologists, and leaders. Please note, this role requires knowledge of safeguarding and child protection, or willingness to undertake training. Successful applicants must pass all background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. For more information, contact Genevieve Currie at GSL Education. To apply, visit www.gsleducation.com or use the application link provided.