Job description
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Scunthorpe
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time
Do you have a desire to support children with special educational needs and help them reach their full potential?
At GSL Education, we are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to work closely with students who require additional support at schools in Scunthorpe.
The Role:
This role involves assisting in the classroom, providing one-on-one guidance, and collaborating with the teaching team to implement personalised learning strategies. As an SEN TA, you’ll be at the heart of creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in delivering personalised learning plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Provide focused one-on-one and small group support.
- Support students in managing their behaviour and promoting positive engagement.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to ensure effective learning outcomes.
- Monitor and report on student progress and well-being.
- Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
SEN TA Job Requirements:
- CACHE Level 2 or 3 or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistance or Childcare is desirable.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, or a related discipline is advantageous.
- Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar role is preferred.
- Familiarity with SEN conditions, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties etc.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference in students' lives.
What GSL Offers:
- Competitive daily rates based on experience.
- Access to professional development and training courses.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities to positively impact young lives and further your career.
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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing exceptional teaching and support staff to schools across Scunthorpe.
For more information or to register your interest in the Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and p-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.