Special Needs Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education seeks a compassionate and adaptable Special Needs Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in Exeter, effective from September 2025. The ideal candidate will support children aged 11-16 with SEMH challenges, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. The position offers competitive compensation and a chance to make a meaningful impact in an inclusive educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultants for support

Flexible work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND (professionally or personally).
• Ability to connect with children and their families.
• Collaborative approach to working alongside teachers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the educational development of children with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Work alongside teachers during school hours.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Patience

Job description

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Exeter

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GSL Education

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Exeter, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

• Full time
• 8.30am to 3.30pm – Monday to Friday
• September 2025
• Long term contract, term time only

GSL Education are working with a Special Needs school in Exeter who are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The school caters for children and young adults aged 11-16 with SEMH. This includes those who have Autism, ADHD and present challenging behaviours associated with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for compassionate and patient Teaching Assistants to join the school on a full time, long term basis. We are looking for someone with an adaptable approach along with a great sense of humour and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEND (professionally or personally)
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with children and their families
• A patient, empathetic, and positive attitude toward supporting children with additional needs
• A collaborative approach to working alongside teachers, parents, and other professionals
• Be available asap on a full-time basis

Why Choose GSL Education?

• GSL Education, a respected and independent recruitment agency, supports educators nationwide across the UK.
• Benefit from competitive compensation rates tailored to candidates.
• Our services are personalized, with dedicated consultants guiding you to secure your ideal position.
• Experience a flexible work-life balance tailored to suit your lifestyle.
• Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding high standards of quality and safeguarding.

If you are dedicated and qualified for this opportunity and ready to contribute to the inclusive education of students, please apply for the advert and submit your CV.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Genevieve Currie at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education in the role, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.