Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Havant
Start Date: April 2025
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £410 - £520 per week
GSL Education is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Havant, supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in education.
The Role as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Support students with SEN, SEMH, Autism, and learning difficulties.
- Assist in 1:1 and small group interventions to encourage engagement and development.
- Work alongside teachers and therapists to implement tailored learning strategies.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
- Adapt teaching materials to meet individual learning needs.
Who We Are Looking For:
- Previous experience working with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviours is preferred.
- Candidates with backgrounds in care, youth work, sports coaching, or psychology are encouraged to apply.
- Strong communication, patience, and resilience.
- A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
Why Join This School?
- A nurturing and supportive environment dedicated to inclusive education.
- Small class sizes with a focus on individual student progress.
- Opportunities for career development and training.
- A welcoming team of professionals who value your contributions.
Why Join Us?
- Daily exposure to the complexities of mental health and educational challenges.
- A supportive working environment focused on restorative practices.
- Classes of no more than ten, you will have a mixture of 1:1 and small group work in class, dependent on the lesson and individual contexts.
- All training and support provided by the school with their excellent training system.
Successful applicants must undergo relevant background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service, as this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
If you'd like to register your interest or be considered for this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant’ role, 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.
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