SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Wareham. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, collaborating with teachers, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in working with children with additional learning needs.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Long-term and permanent placements available

Personalised support from dedicated consultants

Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with special educational needs.
• CACHE Level 2/3 or related qualification preferred.
• Degree in Psychology, Education, or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with identified SEN.
• Assist in planning and delivering tailored interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEN specialists.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Patience

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistant

Degree in Psychology or Education

Job description

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Needed an SEN Teaching Assistant in Wareham!

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wareham
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional learning needs?

GSL Education are seeking an empathetic, proactive, and skilled SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) for a full-time, permanent position at a client school in Wareham.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with a variety of special educational needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teaching staff and SEN specialists, you will help students access learning and develop their social and emotional skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.

SEN TA Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with identified SEN
• Assist in planning and delivering tailored interventions based on students’ needs
• Support students in developing confidence, independence, and resilience
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and other professionals to implement support plans
• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a safe learning environment
• Monitor and report on student progress, engagement, and wellbeing
• Encourage a positive attitude to learning through patience and praise

What we need from an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
• CACHE Level 2/3 in Childcare, Teaching Assistant or related qualification preferred
• A degree in Psychology, Education or a similar field
• A compassionate, patient, and flexible attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
• Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive hourly rates
• Long-term and permanent placements available
• Personalised support from dedicated consultants
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.