SEN Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Ashford; On-site

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Ashford

Salary: £88.94 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time
Requirement: Must Drive

Are you an empathetic and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support students with SEMH needs?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join a Specialist SEMH School in Ashford. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and is committed to making a positive impact on their education and well-being. This role is ideal for someone with a calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Help students build confidence, resilience, and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to implement tailored learning plans.
• Support students with daily routines and encourage engagement in learning.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or other SEN students.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A compassionate and adaptable approach to supporting individual learning needs.
• An up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, with any gaps explained).
• An enhanced DBS registered to the update service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Must drive and have access to a vehicle.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive pay rates.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in an SEMH school in Ashford, 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.