SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Selby. This full-time position involves providing 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with academic tasks, and promoting emotional regulation. Candidates should have experience with SEND or SEMH needs and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills. The role offers competitive pay and the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEND) or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Understanding of behavior management techniques.
• Strong communication and patience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Support personalized learning plans and behavior strategies.
• Assist pupils with academic tasks, social skills, and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs

Understanding of behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Job description

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

GSL Education are recruiting a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist provision in the Selby area. This is a rewarding full-time opportunity supporting pupils who require additional academic, emotional and behavioural support outside of mainstream education.

About the School

This specialist setting supports children and young people aged 4–16 who have experienced barriers to learning, including SEND, SEMH needs and social or emotional challenges. Pupils benefit from small class sizes, structured routines and personalised learning pathways tailored to their individual needs.

The provision focuses on nurturing positive relationships, emotional regulation and re-engagement with education through a flexible and supportive curriculum.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs

Support personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies

Assist pupils with academic tasks, social skills and emotional regulation

Promote positive engagement, confidence and independence

Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals

Requirements

Experience supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs

Understanding of behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches

Calm, patient and resilient attitude

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service 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.