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Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £95 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract:Â Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time
Do You Have the Heart and Patience to Support Young Learners with SEN Needs?
GSL Education are currently welcoming applications for a committed and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to work in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school based in Chesterfield. This full-time opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting young pupils with a variety of additional learning needs.
About the Role
As a Primary Teaching Assistant in an SEN setting, your role will involve working closely with class teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to support pupils aged 4–11 who require tailored and compassionate educational guidance. You will be instrumental in helping children thrive both academically and emotionally in a structured, nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual education plans (IEPs)
- Assist in classroom management and lesson delivery under teacher direction
- Promote inclusive practices and a positive classroom culture
- Encourage the development of key skills in communication, literacy, and numeracy
- Support pupils with physical, emotional, or behavioural difficulties
- Ensure pupils’ safety and well-being at all times, including during off-site activities
Job Requirements:
- Prior experience working with children with SEN is desirable, especially in a primary or care-based setting
- Strong understanding of early childhood development and primary education principles
- A nurturing, resilient, and patient disposition
- Ability to follow instructions and adapt quickly to pupils’ needs
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential due to school location and potential outreach support
- 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 We Offer:
- Enjoy a well-structured pay range of £95–£110 per day, reflecting your experience and contributions
- Support from a dedicated consultant guiding your placement.
- Opportunities for career growth within a forward-thinking school.
- A role that values both your professional development and personal well-being.
If you are a caring and motivated individual who wants to make a real difference in a child's early education, we want 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.Â
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Primary Teaching Assistant (TA)’ in a primary schoolrole, 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.
