Job description
Seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary in Southampton!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary
Location: Southampton
Pay Rate: £12.82 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about making a real difference for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
GSL Education are on the lookout for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our innovative team in Southampton. This is your opportunity to be a champion for students, guiding them through their academic journey and helping them unlock their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment!
About GSL Education
GSL Education are a leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to providing high-quality teaching and support staff to schools across the UK. We are committed to ensuring the best outcomes for students and offer excellent support and development opportunities for our candidates.
About the Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Southampton, you will play a vital role in providing tailored support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant
- Support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in their academic and personal development.
- Teach a range of subjects to students aged 11-16.
- Work closely with teachers and other staff to create a supportive learning environment.
- Implement individualized support plans and strategies.
- Assist in managing classroom behaviour and promoting positive interactions.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support as needed.
- Monitor and report on student progress and well-being.
Requirements of SEN Teaching Assistant
- Relevant qualifications in supporting students with special educational needs (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
- Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable but not essential).
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need:
- 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 an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
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, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
Join us as a SEN Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of our students in Southampton!