SEN Teaching Assistant — Complex Needs, Growth & Impact

GSL Education; East Ferry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 2–19 with a range of needs in Spilsby, Lincolnshire. The role begins on an agency basis with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You will help students develop confidence, independence and essential life skills, working closely with teaching staff and other professionals in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting or a similar role within education.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and positively to a variety of individual needs and behaviours.
• Willingness to learn, develop and work collaboratively with the wider school team.
• Experience working with pupils with MLD, PMLD or complex needs would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and other professionals.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.

Skills

Care experience

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 2–19 with a range of needs in Spilsby, Lincolnshire. The role begins on an agency basis with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You will help students develop confidence, independence and essential life skills, working closely with teaching staff and other professionals in a specialist setting.