SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Goring-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational staffing agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a supportive school in Goring-by-Sea. This role involves providing assistance to pupils with Special Educational Needs, ensuring they receive the support necessary for their development. The ideal candidate will be patient and skilled in communication. The position offers competitive daily pay rates along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible placements

Access to professional development and training

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, additional learning needs, or behavioural challenges (preferred).
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons.
• Help create a structured, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing confidence and independence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Goring-by-Sea
Pay Rate: £90 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time

Are you a patient, compassionate, and proactive individual passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive and supportive school in Goring-by-Sea. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference by supporting pupils’ learning, development, and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and adapting resources to meet individual needs.
• Help create a structured, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing skills, confidence, and independence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff to inform future support.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, additional learning needs, or behavioural challenges (preferred).
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively under teacher guidance.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

What GSL Education offers

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
• Access to professional development and training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

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.

To apply for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please click Apply Now to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application further.