SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you an empathetic and proactive individual eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? 

All pupils attending this School in Portsmouth have profound or severe learning difficulties alongside a diverse range of diagnoses and needs, including ASD and highly complex medical conditions.    

Job Title: SEN Learning Support
Location: Portsmouth
Salary Range: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

About the Role:

As an SEN Learning Support, you will be involved in delivering targeted interventions, fostering positive behaviour and implementing strategies to encourage independent learning. This is a rewarding opportunity for those with a caring nature, a proactive approach and a strong commitment to SEN education.

SEN Learning Support Responsibilities:

• Offer hands-on support to students with SEN, helping them access the curriculum in a way that meets their individual needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to modify learning activities, ensuring they are engaging and accessible.
• Provide emotional and social guidance to help students develop resilience and confidence.
• Implement structured learning programmes and behaviour management strategies in line with the school’s policies.
• Assist with sensory regulation techniques for students with specific processing needs.
• Support students in developing essential life skills alongside their academic learning.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to student support.
• Maintain records of student progress and contribute to individual learning plans (ILPs).

SEN Learning Support Job Requirements:

• A recognised qualification in education, childcare, or SEN support (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in an educational or care setting.
• A solid understanding of conditions such as autism, ADHD and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with students, staff and parents.
• A positive and adaptable approach to working with diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures in education.
• 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).

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• Competitive hourly pay rates, reflective of your experience.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous support from our team.
• Constant support from a dedicated consultant.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling career supporting students with SEN, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!

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 Learning Support’ 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.