Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Sittingbourne

Salary: £83 daily

Start Date: September 2024

Contract: Long-term, Full-time

Make a Difference as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Sittingbourne!

Are you passionate about helping young minds flourish? Do you have the drive and compassion to support students in overcoming challenges and achieving their fullest potential? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant school community in Sittingbourne. You will play a crucial role in providing both academic and pastoral support to students, helping them thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be expected to:

  • Make learning enjoyable and encourage lesson engagement
  • Support each child and their individual needs
  • Build a strong relationship with every pupil to ensure they achieve their potential

In order to be considered for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, the candidate must:

  • Have the right to work in the UK
  • Drive and have access to a car
  • 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 
  • Committed to providing an exceptional standard of support to candidates and client schools


The SEN Teaching Assistant role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must undergo all necessary background checks, including an enhanced child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

GSL Education are an ethical and independent recruitment agency committed to connecting schools with high-quality teaching and support staff throughout Kent. You can trust that our advertised roles are genuine and reflective of our commitment to excellence in education.


If you're ready to take on this exciting role, click 'apply' and submit your detailed, up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years. Our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.

For more information or to secure regular work as a SEN Teaching Assistant, contact Georgina at the GSL Education Kent office. She will gladly provide further details and assist you with the registration process.

Join us in making a difference to the lives of students in Sittingbourne today!