Specialist Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to make a significant impact in the lives of students with special needs. This role involves providing targeted support, creating engaging learning materials, and collaborating with teachers to foster an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and experience working with SEN students, demonstrating creativity and energy in their approach. Join a dedicated team in a supportive secondary school setting and contribute to the educational journey of young learners. If you're ready to inspire and make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEN students in a secondary school setting.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students with Special Educational Needs.
• Create and adapt learning materials for diverse SEN students.
• Track and assess student progress, providing feedback to teachers.

Skills

Supporting students with special needs

Collaborative working

Creative teaching methods

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

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Contract Type: Supply/Full-Time/Part-Time

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 as soon as possible.

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.