SEN Teaching Assistant

Position: Teaching Assistant with SEN experience

Location: Christchurch

Pay: £12.82 an hour

Start date: Immediate start possible, as well as September starts

Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs? Do you want to make a real difference in their lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are working with schools across Christchurch, and we are currently seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN. Despite the schools being mainstream, they have high percentages of children with SEN and therefore are seeking individuals who have a passion for providing high-quality support, who can promote learning and adapt to the needs of the pupils.

Some of the experiences we are looking for in the ideal candidate include:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism and/or social and emotional needs
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies, as well and the ability to adapt to situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals
• A patient and nurturing approach to working with children

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary of £12.82 per hour. This role will be term-time only.

If you are ready to make a positive impact in the lives of the students, then we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV today and we will be in touch with you. Once we have read your CV we will be in touch with you to discuss this opportunity with you further.

 
To work with GSL Education as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you should:
 

• 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 a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

 
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments. 
 
Please be advised that this role requires 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.
 
For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Susie Beveridge at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education on the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.