Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour
Start date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting young learners with Special Educational Needs?
GSL Education are looking for a committed and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team at a secondary school in Portsmouth.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital support to students, helping them to achieve their full potential in both academic and personal development.
Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with special educational needs.
- Assist teachers in adapting lessons and resources to meet the needs of students.
- Support students in managing their behaviour, emotional, and social development.
- Help students with personal care or mobility if required.
- Encourage students to engage in learning activities and build their self-confidence.
- Monitor and report on student progress, working closely with the SENCO and teaching staff.
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
Requirements:
- Experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role within a secondary school setting.
- A relevant qualification, such as CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ, or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with young people.
- A strong understanding of the needs of students with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and other learning difficulties.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
GSL Education is an independent and ethical recruitment provider, supporting schools across Portsmouth with their recruitment needs.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary) role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.