SEN Teaching Assistant

Looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant in Weymouth!

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Weymouth
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full time/Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistantfor a local school in Weymouth, starting immediately to provide tailored support to students, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

About the School:

The school embraces students from diverse backgrounds and supports a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. It focuses on individualised learning, emphasising respect, inclusivity, and excellence. They celebrate diversity and prioritise student well-being and growth, fostering a positive and supportive environment. With a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional opportunities, it prioritises building relationships, promoting independence, and fostering engagement through joyful learning experiences.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive learning environment. You will be working closely with teachers to support students with a range of needs, offering one-to-one and small group support.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and group support to students with SEN.
• Assist in implementing individual learning plans and differentiated activities.
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support the development of students’ confidence, social skills, and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCOs to monitor progress and adapt support.

Requirements:

• CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance, or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience working with children, ideally within an SEN setting.
• A degree in Psychology, SEN, Counselling or a similar field is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies.

If you are passionate about supporting students with special educational needs as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Weymouth, and are eager to make a real difference by contributing to an inclusive and supportive learning environment, we would love to hear from you!

To work with GSL Education as a SEN 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.

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 or to register your interest in the "SEN 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.