SEN Teaching Assistants

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TA) to provide tailored support in Dinnington schools. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, emotional regulation, and collaboration with staff to meet individual learning needs. A strong knowledge of safeguarding is essential. The role offers an immediate start with both full-time and part-time options available, offering competitive pay rates that vary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as SEN Teaching Assistants or in a similar support role.
• Ability to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where required.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TA)
Location: Dinnington (S25)
Pay rate: £460 -£600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time

Committed to supporting learners with additional needs and helping them thrive in an inclusive setting.

GSL Education are recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to provide targeted support across diverse learning environments, with opportunities available in schools across the S25 region surrounding Dinnington.

As Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TA), you will support pupils in accessing learning, building confidence, and developing key social and academic skills, while helping to create a safe, structured, and encouraging environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where required.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to meet individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEN teams to support progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as SEN Teaching Assistants or in a similar support role.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants ready to create meaningful change - we look forward to your application.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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 Assistants” role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at [e-mail] for more information.