SEN TA

Job title: SEN TA

Location: Hartlepool

Salary: £95-£115 per day, depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you passionate about helping students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) feel supported, included and confident in the classroom?

GSL Education Newcastle Branch are currently seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to work with a school in Hartlepool. This is an opportunity to provide individual and small-group support to students who may need additional assistance with learning, communication, behaviour or emotional development.

Responsibilities As an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Assist Special needs children with classroom tasks and learning activities.
• Help students follow instructions and participate in lessons.
• Support the development of communication, social and independent learning skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour and build students' confidence.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff to meet individual needs.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant role:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people as an SEN Teaching Assistant is desirable.
• Experience working with SEN students, education, childcare or a similar setting would be beneficial.
• A patient, calm and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to supporting student wellbeing and development.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to suitable education opportunities across the Hartlepool.
• Competitive daily rates.
• Ongoing guidance and support from an experienced education team.

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 Newcastle.

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