Special Needs Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruiter is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Southampton to provide 1:1 support for SEN pupils. Candidates should be compassionate, patient, and have experience with children with additional needs. This is a full-time, long-term position offering competitive compensation and support from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Competitive compensation rates

Personalized service from dedicated consultants

Flexible work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs (SEND).
• Strong interpersonal skills to connect with children and families.
• Patient and empathetic attitude towards supporting children.
• Collaborative approach working with teachers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN pupils with 1:1 assistance in and outside the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong interpersonal skills

Patient and empathetic attitude

Collaborative approach

Job description

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

GSL Education are working with a Primary school who are seeking a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The school caters for children across Key Stages 1 and 2 and are seeking a new TA to join their team and provide support to SEN pupils needing 1:1 support in and outside of the classroom.

Whowe 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.