SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location Weymouth
Pay Rate: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Do you have the patience and compassion to support pupils with special educational needs in achieving their best each day?

GSL Education are delighted to invite passionate, empathetic, and reliable individuals to apply for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant in a nurturing and inclusive school based in Weymouth.

You will play a key part in the educational and social development of pupils by offering structured support tailored to their individual learning needs. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals, you will ensure that every child feels valued and supported in a safe and inclusive environment.

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.

Key Responsibilities of the SEN TA:

• Provide personalised support to students with diverse special educational needs and disabilities, adapting learning activities to meet individual strengths and areas for development.
• Promote inclusion and respect by encouraging positive participation in classroom activities, helping all pupils to feel valued within a supportive and diverse environment.
• Foster independence and confidence by guiding pupils to develop essential life and learning skills, encouraging problem-solving, self-advocacy, and resilience.
• Support well-being and engagement through building trusting relationships, offering emotional encouragement, and creating a joyful, safe learning experience.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider team to implement tailored strategies, contribute to individual learning plans, and celebrate the progress and achievements of every student.

Ideal Candidate Requirements of the SEN TA:

• Experience or strong interest in supporting students with diverse special educational needs and disabilities, with an understanding of inclusive practices.
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with pupils, staff, and families, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Commitment to promoting independence, resilience, and well-being, encouraging pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside teachers and the wider support team.
• A patient, adaptable, and empathetic approach, ensuring every child feels valued, respected, and engaged in joyful learning experiences.
• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or SEN-related qualification is desirable but not essential.
• 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).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Competitive daily pay reflective of your experience.
• Supportive consultants who genuinely care about your development.
• Flexible opportunities in schools that value inclusion and support staff wellbeing.

If you’re dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching educational journey for children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become an essential part of a compassionate school team in Weymouth.

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 ‘SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ role, please click ''apply now'' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.