Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Ashington
Pay rate: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long Term

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and creating an inclusive learning environment?

GSL Education are currently seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join a supportive school in Ashington. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a full-time basis and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs.

Role Overview:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide individualised support to students with a range of special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Your role will involve working both 1:1 and in small groups, helping to ensure each child can access the curriculum and thrive in the school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to students with EHCPs and identified SEN needs.
Assist the class teacher in delivering structured interventions and differentiated lessons.
Encourage pupil engagement and build strong relationships based on trust and understanding.
Monitor and report progress to SENCO and teaching staff.
Support emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
Promote independence and social integration within the classroom.

Requirements of SEN Teaching Assistant:

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, either in a school, care, or alternative provision setting.
Strong understanding of various learning needs, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to working with pupils.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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).

Join GSL Education Today!

Competitive daily pay rate: £84 - £110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
Opportunity to work within a welcoming and inclusive school environment.
Long-term career development through GSL Education’s training and support.
Dedicated consultant to support your journey from day one.

If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant ready to make a positive impact on young lives in Ashington, we’d love to hear from you!

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’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at (url removed) for more information.

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