SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

GSL Education

  • Ossett, West Yorkshire
  • £120 per day
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
  • Apply easily
Support Every Step of the Way – Become a SEN Teaching Assistant in Ossett!Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Ossett- WF5
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-timeDo you have the dedication and compassion it takes to support pupils with special educational needs?GSL Education are inviting applications from empathetic, proactive, and skilled individuals to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant at a welcoming school in Ossett. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a tangible difference in young lives, particularly for pupils requiring additional support.As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting students with a variety of needs, including autism spectrum conditions (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. Your goal will be to nurture a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive and feel empowered in their learning.Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support aligned with EHCP objectives.
  • Assist in adapting classroom resources and lesson content to suit individual needs.
  • Implement strategies to manage challenging behaviours and promote emotional well-being.
  • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support their personal growth.
  • Collaborate with class teachers, SENCo, and outside professionals to track progress.
  • Promote student independence and social interaction across the school day.
  • Record pupil observations and contribute to progress reports and reviews.
Job Requirements:
  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN in a school, care, or community setting.
  • Strong understanding of special educational needs such as ASC, ADHD, or SEMH.
  • Ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive under pressure.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team-oriented mindset with the flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
  • Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Choose GSL Education and Transform Lives!
  • Competitive daily pay rates reflective of your experience and responsibilities.
  • Access to a wide range of school-based roles across South Yorkshire.
  • Personalised support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
  • Meaningful, rewarding work that allows you to make a daily impact.
Ready to support, guide, and inspire young learners with additional needs? Apply now to join GSL Education as an SEN TA and be part of something truly rewarding.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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teachi

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