Main characteristics
- Location
- Winchester, Hampshire
- Company
- GSL Education - Southampton
- Salary
- £80 - £90/day
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Education
Job summary
Position: Secondary SEN Teaching AssistantPay: £80 £90 per day
Location: Winchester
Contract Type: Long Term, Full Type
Are you a patient and caring individual with the confidence to work with children having Special Educational Needs (SEN) and help develop their abilities? Do you possess experience supporting children in a classroom setting?
GSL Education is actively seeking an enthusiastic Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Winchester. This role is ideal for those aspiring to gain valuable experience before pursuing teacher training.
About the Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant role:
Establish a warm, caring, and supportive relationship with pupils to create a safe and enjoyable learning environment.
Support the Class Teacher in various aspects of the day-to-day classroom operations.
Provide learning support for pupils in both class and 1:1 situations.
Implement individualised behaviour interventions and prioritize the safety of the children.
The successful candidate should:
Possess a Teaching Assistant qualification.
Collaborate with teachers and support students, especially those with autism, Asperger's, and challenging behavior.
Have prior experience with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a school setting.
Be a confident, outgoing, and personable individual with a passion for helping others.
Demonstrate a nurturing and compassionate approach to supporting teaching and learning.
Understand how to support the inclusion and progress of students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
To work as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant with GSL Education, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have a minimum of 6 months of experience in an educational setting or the healthcare sector.
Possess an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
At GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, a tailored service, and dedicated Consultants who will assist you in securing your new role. Whether you're beginning your career or seeking a more balanced work-life, we are committed to supporting you. With our expertise in education recruitment, we have guided numerous candidates to gain the necessary experience and training for roles ranging from Specialist Support Staff and Newly Qualified Teachers to Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists, and Senior Leadership positions.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.