Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: Immediate/ Easter 2025 start
Contract: Full-time (part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)

GSL Education are recruiting a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity for university students, fresh graduates, or individuals with a background in SEN support who are looking to develop their careers in education.

About the Role:

As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will play a crucial role in providing individualised support to students with additional learning needs. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists, you will help create an engaging and inclusive learning environment that enables students to reach their full potential.

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of SEN needs, ensuring they are engaged in lessons.
• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), adapting support to meet individual needs.
• Use assistive tools, sensory resources, and structured interventions to enhance learning.
• Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to adapt lesson materials and monitor student progress.
• Provide pastoral support, ensuring students feel safe, supported, and encouraged.
• Assist students with personal care tasks or mobility needs, if required, maintaining their dignity and independence.

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Job Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEN (desired but not essential).
• A strong understanding of Autism (ASC), ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs, and other learning difficulties.
• University students and fresh graduates are encouraged to apply – this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in SEN education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Patience, resilience, and adaptability to meet the varying needs of students.
• Ability to use assistive technology and alternative communication strategies (e.g., PECS, Makaton) is beneficial.
• 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 pay rate of £12.82 per hour, reflecting your skills and commitment.
• Opportunity to work in a well-supported primary school with a dedicated SEN team.
• Excellent career progression and professional development through specialist training.
• A dedicated GSL consultant to support you throughout your placement.

If you are a caring and dedicated individual looking for a role as a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant in Southampton, apply now! GSL Education are committed to helping passionate individuals thrive in their careers while making a real impact in students' lives.

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 ‘Primary 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.

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