SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Scarborough starting in September 2025. This full-time role involves supporting children with special educational needs, providing tailored assistance, and promoting a nurturing educational environment. Ideal candidates will be patient, proactive, and experienced in working with vulnerable young people.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Personalised support from dedicated consultants

Free CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs.
• Comfortable with personal care and supporting complex needs.
• Relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, Makaton) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised classroom support for students with EHCPs.
• Assist with communication strategies and life-skills activities.
• Help create a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Calm

Patient

Proactive

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £89 – £105 per day

GSL Education is currently seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school setting in Scarborough, to start in September 2025. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs.

About the School:
This is a well-regarded special school supporting children and young people aged 2 to 16 with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, and social, emotional, or behavioural needs. The school prides itself on its nurturing and inclusive environment, where staff work closely with therapists, families, and other professionals to create bespoke educational experiences tailored to each child.

SEN Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised classroom support for students with EHCPs, adapting learning to meet their developmental and emotional needs.
• Assist with communication strategies, sensory integration, and life-skills activities, both in the classroom and during transitions.
• Support pupils in regulating emotions and engaging in their learning using trauma-informed and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and multidisciplinary teams to promote consistent, child-centred support.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and structured learning environment that promotes independence and confidence.

Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (school, care, or community settings).
• Calm, patient, and proactive in responding to challenging behaviours and emotional needs.
• Comfortable with personal care and supporting students with complex physical or communication needs.
• Willing to learn and develop professionally in a specialist SEN environment.
• Relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, Makaton, PECS, moving and handling) is desirable but not essential.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay paid fortnightly.
• Personalised support from a dedicated SEN consultant who understands the sector.
• Free CPD opportunities, including safeguarding and behaviour training.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles in supportive school communities.
• A rewarding and meaningful role, perfect for those passionate about inclusive education.

If you're ready to support some of the most inspiring young people in Scarborough and help them thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or submit an up-to-date CV via the application link to be considered for the post of SEN Teaching Assistant in Scarborough.