SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a prominent specialist school in Scarborough. This full-time role, commencing in the Easter term of 2025, offers a daily rate of £89 to £105. The successful candidate will support students with Autism Spectrum Condition, Moderate Learning Difficulties, and other challenges, playing a crucial role in their development. Join a nurturing environment that values personal growth and offers excellent professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s experience supporting children in SEN settings.
• Strong understanding of SEN practices and pupil progress evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Assist in implementing personalized education plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Understanding of SEN Practices

Education

Level 2 SEN Qualification

Level 3 SEN Qualification

Tools

DBS on the Update Service

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

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our prominent SEN specialist partner schools in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. This full-time role is set to commence from the upcoming Easter term and offers a daily rate of £89 to £105. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN), and Mental Health challenges.

About the School:

• Rated 'Good' by OFSTED.
• Recognised for its nurturing environment and strong focus on personal development.
• Staff are dedicated to promoting kindness and fostering a calm, friendly atmosphere.
• Students feel safe and motivated to learn.
• Offers an effective induction and support programme for staff.
• Invests in staff development, providing tools and knowledge to inspire and support students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with their social, emotional, and academic development on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in implementing personalised education plans and behaviour management strategies.
• Encouraging pupil participation and engagement in classroom activities.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress, working collaboratively with staff and external professionals.

Suitability Checks:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 SEN qualification, or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year’s worth of career experience supporting children or young people within SEN settings.
• Strong understanding of SEN practices and experience in assessing, evaluating, and reporting pupil progress.
• Be patient, energetic, and adaptable with excellent communication skills.
• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Possess a child workforce, enhanced DBS on the Update Service for externally processed ones; otherwise have a DBS application processed at once, through GSL itself, if needed.
• Provide two professional, school-based references within the last two years of employment.

Why Join GSL Education?

At GSL Education, we are passionate about connecting talented educators with schools and helping students reach their full potential. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Our partnership with accredited CPD providers ensures you have access to high-quality training and professional development opportunities.

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.

GSL Education are an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools across North Yorkshire, East Riding and surrounding areas.

For more information or to be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, please click ‘apply’ and submit an up-to-date CV through the application link.