SEN Teaching Assistant in Dinnington

GSL Education - South Yorkshire

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Dinnington
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Full-time / Part-time

Are you passionate about making a real difference to pupils with additional learning needs?

GSL Education are currently seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Dinnington. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning in a way that suits their individual needs and abilities.

As a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will play a key role in providing consistent, tailored support that enables pupils to feel confident, included, and ready to learn.

Key Duties of SEN TA:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN

  • Adapt support to meet individual learning and communication needs

  • Work closely with class teachers to deliver personalised learning strategies

  • Support pupils in developing independence and classroom engagement

  • Assist with behaviour support and emotional regulation where required

  • Monitor and feedback on pupil progress and wellbeing

Essential Requirements:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN

  • Calm, patient, and supportive approach

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to adapt to different learning needs and environments

  • Commitment to supporting pupil development and inclusion

  • An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

What’s in It for You?

  • Competitive weekly pay of £460 - £600, depending on experience

  • A chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ education

  • A supportive and inclusive school environment

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

  • A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Dinnington and help them achieve their full potential.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.

To work with GSL Education in this role, you should:

  • Have the right to work in the UK

  • Hold an up-to-date CV with two references from the last 2 years

  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

For more information or to register your interest in the “SEN Teaching Assistant” role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Tom Knight at GSL Education website for more information.

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