Specialist Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated team at a leading Secondary School in York is seeking a compassionate and skilled Specialist Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The role starts in September 2025 and includes responsibilities such as providing targeted support, tracking student progress, and adapting educational materials. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in supporting SEN students and a commitment to safeguarding in education.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEN students in secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students with Special Educational Needs.
• Create and adapt learning materials for diverse needs.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Collaborative working

Creativity

Engagement

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a knack for supporting students with special needs? If so, we want you to join our dedicated team at an excellent Client Secondary School in York, North Yorkshire, to join asa Specialist Teaching Assistant, starting in September 2025.

Specialist Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support to students with Special Educational Needs, working 1:1 or in small group.
• Assist students in accessing the full curriculum.
• Create and adapt learning materials that cater to the diverse needs of SEN students.
• Track and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to teachers, the Inclusion team, and parents to inform future planning.
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education and SEN support.

Specialist Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning).
• Proven experience working with SEN students, preferably within a secondary school setting.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, the Inclusion team, and other professionals to create a supportive and effective learning environment.
• A creative and energetic approach that engages and inspires students.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for a new one.

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, or to apply for the role of Specialist Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or submit an up to date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the official GSL Education website to apply online.