Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN
Location: Cramlington
Salary: £75 - £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs? GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN to join a vibrant school in Cramlington. This is an exciting opportunity to work with students, helping them reach their full potential and develop key skills in a supportive environment.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN, you will work closely with the teaching team to provide tailored support to students with SEN, ensuring they can thrive both academically and personally.

Responsibilities of a Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN:

  • Support students with SEN in the classroom, helping them understand and engage with lessons.
  • Work one-on-one or in small groups to assist students with their individual learning needs.
  • Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
  • Assist with lesson planning and delivery, ensuring activities are accessible for all students.
  • Encourage student confidence and independence through tailored support.

Requirements for a Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN:

  • A passion for working with children and young people with SEN.
  • A recent degree in a relevant field.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A positive attitude and a patient, supportive approach.
  • Previous experience working with SEN students is desirable but not essential.
  • Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for 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.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN 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.