SEND Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Placement options

Consultant support

SEND training

Job summary

GSL Education Hull branch is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. You will provide targeted support to pupils with a range of needs, work with teachers and SEND professionals to create an inclusive learning environment.

The role offers flexible day-to-day work, long-term placements or permanent opportunities, with competitive daily pay and dedicated consultant support. A safeguarding DBS is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND in an educational, care, or support setting is desirable.
• An understanding of additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH, or Speech and Language needs is advantageous.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEND, adapting your approach to their individual needs.
• Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities and personalised interventions to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and communication development while encouraging greater independence.
• Promote positive behaviour and use appropriate strategies to help pupils remain engaged and regulated during learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide observations and feedback to teachers and the wider support team.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Safeguarding awareness

DBS (Enhanced)

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £92 - £115 per day (Depending on experience)

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support young people with additional needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and adaptability to help students overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence and independence?

GSL Education Hull branch are currently hiring enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to work across schools and specialist educational settings in Scarborough and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day work, a long-term placement, or a permanent opportunity, we can help you find a role that suits your experience and career goals.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities, helping them access learning and participate fully in school life. You will work closely with teachers, SEND professionals, and pastoral teams to create a supportive environment where every learner can make meaningful progress.

Main Responsibilities as a SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEND, adapting your approach to their individual needs.
• Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities and personalised interventions to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and communication development while encouraging greater independence.
• Promote positive behaviour and use appropriate strategies to help pupils remain engaged and regulated during learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide observations and feedback to teachers and the wider support team.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported.

SEND Teaching Assistant Minimum Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND in an educational, care, or support setting is desirable.
• An understanding of additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH, or Speech and Language needs is advantageous.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay, with long-term placements paid fairly and consistently.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.
• Access to short-term, long-term, and permanent positions.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist SEND training.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the educational and personal development of young people.

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.