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SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED

Bexhill-on-Sea

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

A leading educational agency is looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Bexhill from September 2025. In this role, you will support students with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive environment. The position requires a calm, patient, and empathetic individual with relevant qualifications, and offers competitive daily rates based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates
Dedicated consultant offering support and career guidance
Access to a range of roles in local schools
Ethical and inclusive recruitment practices

Qualifications

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.
  • Calm, empathetic, and patient approach.
  • Up-to-date CV covering the last ten years.

Responsibilities

  • Support the learning and development of students with special educational needs.
  • Work one-to-one or in small groups to deliver tailored interventions.
  • Assist the class teacher in creating inclusive lesson activities.

Skills

Empathy
Communication
Interpersonal Skills

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Bexhill
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding role supporting students with special educational needs?

GSL Education are currently recruiting a committed SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a welcoming school in Bexhill from September 2025. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who require additional support in their learning journey.

Role Overview:
As an SEN TA, you will work closely with pupils with diverse needs, offering both in-class and individualised support. You will play a crucial role in creating an inclusive learning environment that nurtures progress, confidence, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the learning and development of students with special educational needs.
  • Work one-to-one or in small groups to deliver tailored interventions.
  • Assist the class teacher in creating inclusive lesson activities.
  • Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive social interactions.

Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.
  • A calm, empathetic, and patient approach.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are advantageous.
  • Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

GSL Education Offers:

  • Competitive daily rates in line with your experience.
  • A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and career guidance.
  • Access to a range of roles in local schools.
  • Ethical and inclusive recruitment practices.

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.


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