SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: TIVERTON 
Salary: £80 - £85 per day
Start Date: Immediately

Contract: 5 DAYS A WEEK - 6.5 HOURS A DAY 

Do you enjoy working with children? Are you an empathetic individual looking to support young children with special needs in their learning and development?

We at GSL Education Plymouth are delighted to be recruiting a friendly and proactive individual to work as an SEN Teaching Assistant at a client school located in TIVERTON The appointed candidate will need to be patient and caring towards the children, whilst providing support according to their needs.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work with a tight-knit team of teaching assistants to create an inspiring learning environment for pupils. These pupils range from 11-16 with ASD and SEMH. 

The school is passionate about improving outcomes for young learners, encouraging life skills, and developing social skills through play and education, whilst having fun.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support and assistance to students with special educational needs (SEN) within the classroom setting.
• Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapt teaching methods to meet the specific needs of SEN students.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of lessons, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all students.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment, promoting the social, emotional, and academic development of SEN students.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to monitor student progress and address any concerns or challenges.
• Provide one-to-one support or small group interventions as needed to facilitate learning and development.
• Assist SEN students with personal care needs, mobility, or sensory requirements, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Help to create and maintain resources and materials tailored to the needs of SEN students, promoting independence and engagement.
• Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting SEN students effectively.
• Uphold school policies and procedures regarding safeguarding, confidentiality, and behaviour management, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.

To be considered for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, the candidate must:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Meet GSL’s safer recruitment background checks.
• Have a Child Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one.
• Be committed to safeguarding.
• Be adaptable, enthusiastic, and enjoy working with young people of all backgrounds.

GSL Education offers:

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Direct links to local schools.
• Dedicated Consultants who will support your employment needs.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional standard of support to candidates and client schools.

Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant 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 child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

Our registration process is quick and easy, so please email us with your CV today and we will contact you right away!

If you would like regular work as an SEN Teaching Assistant, please contact Genevieve Currie at the GSL Education Plymouth office to find out more information with a view to registering for this role ASAP.