SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Support & Growth

GSL Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Supportive consultants

Job summary

GSL Education in Shrewsbury is seeking a dependable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school. This full-time role offers a daily pay rate of £95-£110 depending on experience, with Monday–Friday schedules.

You will support pupils with autism, SEMH needs, speech and communication difficulties, and other learning challenges, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance while following EHCPs to foster a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Patient, calm and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support across the school day
• Assist pupils with communication, sensory regulation, and emotional needs
• Support behaviour in a calm, therapeutic manner
• Help the class teacher maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Promote independence, daily living skills, and pupil engagement
• Follow individual learning plans and EHCPs carefully

Skills

SEN

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication support

Safeguarding procedures

Job description

GSL Education in Shrewsbury is seeking a dependable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school. This full-time role offers a daily pay rate of £95-£110 depending on experience, with Monday–Friday schedules.

You will support pupils with autism, SEMH needs, speech and communication difficulties, and other learning challenges, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance while following EHCPs to foster a safe, inclusive environment.