SEND Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)

GSL Education; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in Hull. The role requires providing tailored assistance, fostering inclusive learning, and collaborating with professionals to enhance educational outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a nurturing attitude, strong communication skills, and relevant experience.

Benefits

Access to ongoing CPD opportunities

Supportive consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in an educational or care setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and social interaction among students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Nurturing approach

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 or similar

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Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)
Location: Hull
Salary: £89 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025 or sooner
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and a desire to make a meaningful difference in their learning journey? Are you calm, patient, and committed to creating inclusive learning environments? If so, this SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity in Hull could be the perfect next step in your career.

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join one of our supportive partner schools in Hull. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

Role overview

This role may involve working 1:1 with individual pupils or supporting small groups, adapting resources and approaches to meet a variety of learning needs, including Autism (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties (MLD).

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and social interaction among students.
• Help maintain an inclusive and structured environment conducive to learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
• Work collaboratively with staff, therapists, and parents/carers to support student development.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND in an educational or care setting.
• A nurturing, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting learners.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and the ability to manage challenging behaviour appropriately.
• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3, Team Teach training, or similar are desirable but not essential.
• Have an updated 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).

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay depending on your experience.
• Supportive consultants who are experts in SEND placements.
• Access to ongoing CPD opportunities.
• A chance to genuinely impact pupils’ lives and education outcomes.

If you're ready to support children in reaching their full potential and are passionate about inclusive education, apply today to become a valued SEND Teaching Assistant in Hull.

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.

For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘SEND Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.