SEND Teaching Assistant (TA)

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

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school environment in Barnham. The role involves assisting pupils with Special Educational Needs, fostering their confidence and independence. Candidates should have experience with SEND, strong communication skills, and a caring approach. Competitive pay and flexible placements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible placements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional needs.
• Caring, patient, and proactive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Assist in delivering learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage communication skills and independence.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant (TA)

Location: Barnham

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, supportive, and compassionate individual ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

GSL Education are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in Barnham. This is a fantastic opportunity to help pupils develop confidence, independence, and essential learning skills in a nurturing environment.

Role Overview

Being a SEND TA, you will assist teachers and SENCOs in delivering personalised learning and behaviour support plans.

As a SEND TA, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of additional learning needs.
• Help create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment.
• Assist teachers and SENCOs in delivering personalised learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage pupils to develop communication skills, independence, and positive learning behaviours.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence-building, and wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and share observations with staff to guide ongoing support.

Requirements for SEND Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional needs (school or care experience desirable).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and behaviour management abilities.
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant throughout your placement.

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 SEND Teaching Assistant, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly to guide you through the process.