Guide SEN Learners with GSL Education

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Totton

Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day
Start Date: September 2025
GSL Education are looking for a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and inclusive school in Totton.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role involves providing dedicated support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will work alongside class teachers and the school’s SENCo to help pupils access the curriculum, develop social and emotional skills, and reach their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to gain meaningful experience supporting children with diverse needs in a friendly and supportive school setting.

If you're passionate about SEN and want to make a genuine impact in the classroom, apply now to join our team.
Key responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant role include:

Working one-to-one or in small groups with pupils with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties
Supporting the development of individual education plans (IEPs)
Adapting classroom activities and materials to suit individual needs
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional well-being
Building trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with SEND (in school, care, or voluntary settings)
Calm, adaptable, and empathetic nature
Genuine desire to support inclusive education
Confidence in working with pupils with special needs
A strong interest in inclusive education and supporting children with additional needs

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 SEN Teaching Assistant 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 this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.