Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start date: October 2024
Hours: Full-time 8:30 – 3:30 (30 minute lunch break)
GSL Education are looking for a proactive, experienced and confident individual who can support a challenging key stage 1 class in a mainstream primary school situated in Christchurch. The school is inclusive and dedicated to supporting pupils of all primary ages and abilities, and they have a high percentage of pupils who have a variety of additional needs. Because of this, the school are seeking a competent individual who can effectively support and positively impact the pupils.
The role will consist of the following responsibilities:
* 1:1 support for SEN pupils eg. working with pupils with ASC, complex needs, challenging behaviours
* Leading and facilitating small group interventions for children who need additional support, and are currently working below their key stage
* Help to bridge the gap so that all pupils are appropriately challenged and progressing at their own ability
* Supporting the class teacher with behaviour management, and working collaboratively with staff to ensure consistency
* Following Individual Education Plans and EHCPs for individual pupils so that the correct provision is put in place
The ideal candidate will:
* Have lots of patience, be proactive and resilient! - This role can be challenging, but it is very rewarding!
* Experience working within a primary/SEN/SEMH school (preferred, not essential)
* A strong ability to develop relationships and rapport with pupils
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
If you have suitable experience or feel the experiences you have can be adapted to this role, apply now!
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
* Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
 
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments. 

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.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Susie Beveridge GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education on the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.
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