Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Wareham

Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 Per Hour (Depending on experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

GSL Education are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join a dedicated and inclusive school in Wareham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide vital support to students with additional needs, helping them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will collaborate with teachers and support staff to provide a caring and inclusive learning environment tailored to each student's unique needs. If you are empathetic, patient, and passionate about making a meaningful impact in children's lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Deliver personalised one-on-one and small-group support for students with SEN.
  • Assist in implementing customised learning strategies to suit individual needs.
  • Promote a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
  • Encourage students to build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to enhance student development.

Requirements of the SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Previous experience working with children with SEN (desirable but not essential).
  • A patient and understanding approach to supporting students with additional needs.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • An understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.


Why Join GSL Education?

  • Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
  • Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
  • Make a significant difference in the lives of students, helping them to achieve their educational goals and reach their full potential.

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.  

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

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.