SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Job Title: SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant
Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on experience).
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting secondary school students?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and proactive SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Mansfield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including Autism, ADHD and learning disabilities.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will be responsible for providing tailored support to students with SEN across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Your work will include supporting students with their academic, emotional and social development in a safe and nurturing environment. You will collaborate with the classroom teacher to deliver differentiated lessons, provide one-on-one and small-group support and ensure that all students can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Support the teacher in delivering lessons and managing the classroom, ensuring that students with SEN can fully engage with the curriculum.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with additional learning needs, helping them develop key skills and overcome learning barriers.
• Assist with the preparation and adaptation of learning resources to meet the individual needs of students.
• Monitor and track students’ progress, providing feedback to the teacher and contributing to the development of personalised learning plans.
• Support students with their emotional and social development, helping them to build confidence, resilience and positive relationships.
• Encourage students to develop self-regulation skills and manage their behaviour appropriately.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring students feel comfortable and motivated.
• Work collaboratively with the wider school team, including SENCOs, parents and other professionals, to ensure the best possible support for each student.

SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant Requirements:

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, particularly in supporting students with SEN.
• Understanding of SEN and experience working with students with Autism, ADHD and other learning difficulties.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, teachers and parents.
• Patience, empathy and a proactive approach to supporting students with a range of needs.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of individual students and work flexibly.
• Ability to work as part of a team, with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• 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).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Offering a pay rate of £90 - £110 per day, recognising the importance of your role.
• A dedicated consultant providing personalised career support.
• The chance to work in a rewarding and impactful role within a supportive school setting.
• A pathway to securing permanent employment within an inclusive educational environment.

If you are an experienced and compassionate SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant looking to make a real difference, apply today by submitting your CV to GSL Education.

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 ‘SEN Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.