SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Job title:

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Company

GSL Education

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Southampton
Salary: £13.68 to £14.88 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-timeAre you a patient, resilient, and empathetic individual with a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs?Do you want to play a vital role in helping children and young people thrive, both academically and emotionally? If so, GSL Education welcomes your application for a SEN Teaching Assistant role in Southampton. You will be instrumental in providing consistent, nurturing support that fosters pupil confidence, engagement, and independence.About the Role:As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils with diverse and complex needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, ADHD, or SEMH. The role may involve working on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or supporting the wider classroom depending on the needs of the pupils.Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver targeted support to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Assist with daily classroom routines and help implement differentiated learning strategies.
• Promote social and emotional development through therapeutic and pastoral support.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment where pupils feel secure and valued.
• Liaise closely with class teachers, SENCOs and external specialists to deliver tailored provision.
• Record behaviour incidents, academic progress and key observations with clarity and confidentiality.

Job Requirements:

• Prior experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school, care or youth setting.
• Knowledge or understanding of conditions such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning disabilities.
• A calm, compassionate and patient manner, with strong communication skills.
• A Level 2 or higher qualification in education, childcare or health & social care is desirable.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and helping every child fulfil their potential.
• 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).

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.68 – £14.88, commensurate with your experience and qualifications.
• Work in a school that is inclusive, supportive, and committed to pupil success.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals and SEN expertise.
• Gain meaningful experience while making a real difference in pupils’ lives.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply today and become an SEN Teaching Assistant in Southampton with GSL Education.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, 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.

Expected salary

£13.68 – 14.88 per hour

Location

Southampton

Job date

Sat, 10 May 2025 23:08:16 GMT

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