SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Enfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs in Enfield. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to enhance student engagement and well-being in a nurturing environment. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to foster positive relationships and help students develop essential skills for their future. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH students in educational or care settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist in delivering tailored lessons and support emotional needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Empathy

Resilience

De-escalation Strategies

Education

Experience with SEMH students

Team Teach or similar training

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Job Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Enfield
Rate: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Enfield. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners by providing tailored support in a specialist setting.

About the School: This school is dedicated to nurturing young people into happy, successful individuals, equipped to seize life's opportunities. With a strong focus on trust, belief, and success, it creates a supportive environment where students cultivate positive relationships, build confidence and resilience, and are prepared for their future endeavours, whether in education, employment, or life beyond school.

Responsibilities of the SEN TA:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning.
• Assist the teacher in delivering tailored lessons that meet individual learning and emotional needs.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and behavioural regulation strategies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring students feel safe and supported.
• Assist with classroom management, implementing positive behaviour support strategies.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to support student growth.

Requirements for the SEN TA:

• Experience working with SEMH students in an educational or care setting.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting students with complex needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of de-escalation strategies and behaviour management techniques.
• Team Teach or similar behaviour management training (desirable but not essential).
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or a willingness to apply for one.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate SEN TA ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Enfield!

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

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

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN TA 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.