Job description
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Newcastle
Pay rate: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long Term
GSL Education welcomes your application for the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN) to support students with Special Educational Needs in schools across Newcastle. This is an ideal opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists and therapists, offering valuable classroom-based experience within inclusive primary and secondary settings.
Role Overview:
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN), you will provide essential support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and social, emotional and mental health challenges. Working under the guidance of class teachers and SENCOs, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating learning, promoting engagement and ensuring that every child has access to tailored support suited to their individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to students with SEN on a one-to-one or small-group basis.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering lessons that meet the needs of all students.
- Help students build confidence, develop key skills and achieve their individual learning goals.
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents where appropriate.
- Support students during transitions and unstructured times, such as breaks and lunch.
Requirements of Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN):
- A degree in psychology, education, special educational needs, child development, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification).
- Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
- A genuine enthusiasm for education and a commitment to supporting the development and well-being of students with SEN.
- Understanding of various Special Education Needs conditions, including autism and ADHD, learning difficulties and behaviour support strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Join GSL Education Today!
- Receive a rewarding daily rate between £87 and £108, tailored to your level of expertise and professional background.
- Opportunities for career development and progression into teaching or specialist roles.
- A supportive environment to gain valuable experience in SEN settings.
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability.
If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic graduate eager to embark on a rewarding career in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with GSL Education and take the first step towards a meaningful and fulfilling role as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN) in Newcastle!
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 staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.