SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Hull to support pupils with special educational needs, offering tailored assistance. The role involves fostering emotional well-being and collaboration with teachers to enhance each child's learning journey. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and strong communication skills, contributing to an inclusive classroom environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Supportive consultants

Flexible opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, care, or alternative provision setting.
• Caring and adaptable approach.
• Follow directions from senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist class teacher with resources and IEPs.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN

Strong communication skills

Understanding of safeguarding procedures

Ability to engage pupils effectively

Education

A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or SEN-related qualification

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location:Hull
Pay Rate:£89 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date:September 2025
Contract Type:Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time

Do you have the patience and compassion to support pupils with special educational needs in achieving their best each day?

GSL Education are delighted to invite passionate, empathetic, and reliable individuals to apply for the role ofSEN Teaching Assistantin a nurturing and inclusive school based inHull. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young learners who may have additional learning needs such asautism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

You will play a key part in the educational and social development of pupils by offering structured support tailored to their individual learning needs. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals, you will ensure that every child feels valued and supported in a safe and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities of the SEN TA:

• Deliver individualised support to pupils with SEN, both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with preparing differentiated resources and implementing individual education plans (IEPs).
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being through consistent, patient support.
• Support with speech, language, communication and sensory needs as appropriate.
• Monitor pupil progress and communicate observations to teaching staff and parents/carers.
• Encourage independence and confidence in learning and daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, calm and nurturing classroom atmosphere.

Ideal Candidate Requirements of the SEN TA:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school, care or alternative provision setting.
• A caring and adaptable approach, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries.
• Ability to follow directions from senior staff while using initiative to engage pupils effectively.
• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or SEN-related qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Have anupdated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps)and anenhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Competitive daily pay reflective of your experience.
• Supportive consultants who genuinely care about your development.
• Flexible opportunities in schools that value inclusion and support staff wellbeing.

If you’re dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching educational journey for children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become an essential part of a compassionate school team inHull.

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 Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’role, please click'apply now'to submit your full andup-to-date CVand one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.