SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Gainsborough

Location: Gainsborough, UK
⏳ Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you looking for an opportunity to kick-start or develop your career in a specialist SEN setting?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with an outstanding SEN school in Gainsborough, seeking dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team. This school provides exceptional facilities and a child-centred approach, ensuring every student has the best opportunity to thrive.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
✔ Work closely with the class teacher to support lesson delivery and engaging activities.
✔ Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with complex learning needs.
✔ Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
✔ Assist with the assessment and development of pupils.
✔ Support pupils with personal care, moving and handling, and communication needs (BSL experience is desirable).

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with SEN children in a school or care environment.
A calm, patient, and positive approach to working with children.
The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
Availability to work full-time within school hours.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, supporting schools nationwide for over 25 years. When you join us, you’ll receive:
✨ Access to exclusive job opportunities in SEN schools.
✨ Ongoing professional development and training.
✨ A dedicated consultant to support your career journey.
✨ Flexible work options tailored to your needs.

Application & Safeguarding Requirements:

As part of our safer recruitment guidelines, all applicants must complete standard vetting checks, including:
✔ Two most recent employment references.
✔ An Enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to apply).
✔ Overseas criminal check (if applicable).

Interested? Apply today! Contact Rachel at Teaching Personnel to start your journey supporting SEN students in Gainsborough.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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