Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs (SEN) School

Location: Eastleigh
School Type: Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
Salary: Contract: £82.80 to £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Do you want to continue your growth and development within a school environment?

Would you like a new challenge in an outstanding Special School for students and pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs in a friendly, supportive school, committed to teamwork and joint curriculum planning?

GSL Education are interested in recruiting people from other industries who have transferable skills.

What we are looking for in a SEN Teaching Assistant in Eastleigh:

Experience working with children with special educational needs is desirable. Demonstrates strong knowledge of behaviour management strategies and a patient, nurturing approach to supporting children. Proven ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly with parents and professionals. Adaptable and flexible in fast-paced, changing environments, with a strong commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.

The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant should:

• Maintain the classroom and equipment in a safe and tidy condition.
• Contribute to record-keeping by recording observations of pupils during the school day.
• Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours consistent with the role and in line with the expectations.
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Provide teaching and learning support, including the use of appropriate technical resources.
• Supporting and teaching students with SEN and additional needs.
• Work with other SEN Teaching Assistants in groups with students.

To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, 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 SEN Teaching Assistant role requires 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 about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit gsleducation to apply online.