SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Rustington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Rustington. The role involves providing one-to-one support to pupils with special educational needs, assisting with lesson delivery, and creating a nurturing learning environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEN and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay rates and flexible placements.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements

Access to professional development and training

Continuous support from a dedicated education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, additional learning needs, or behavioral challenges preferred.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and adapting resources for individual needs.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Strong communication skills

Patient and empathetic approach

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

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

Overview

Are you a patient, supportive, and proactive individual eager to help pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) thrive?

About the role

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive and welcoming school in Rustington. This role is an excellent opportunity to support pupils’ learning, boost their confidence, and contribute to their overall development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and adapting resources for individual needs.
• Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils in developing academic skills, independence, and confidence.
• 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.
• 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.
• Continuous 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.

About the agency

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

How to apply

To apply for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant in Rustington, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly.