SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Hull & East Riding of Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £90 – £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

GSL Education is seeking a caring and committed Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs within a primary school setting. This role focuses on supporting children across EYFS and Key Stage 1/2 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties.

This position is ideal for individuals with experience in SEN, early years, care, or support work who are passionate about helping young children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The primary school provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The school works closely with families and external professionals to ensure pupils receive tailored support that meets their individual needs.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN

• Support learning across the EYFS and Primary curriculum

• Assist with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and intervention activities

• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Support communication using strategies such as visual supports and Makaton (where appropriate)

• Assist with EHCP targets and learning plans

• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and parents

• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times

• Experience supporting children with SEN (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN, etc.)

• A calm, nurturing, and patient approach

• Ability to build positive relationships with young learners

• Understanding of safeguarding and child development

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply through GSL Education)

• Competitive daily rates of pay

• Dedicated consultant support

• Access to SEN and Primary-focused CPD

• Long-term and permanent opportunities

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks.

To apply for the Primary SEN Teaching Assistant role, please submit your up-to-date CV or contact Dena Gillies at GSL Education Hull team today.