At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a caring and inclusive environment.
- Company: GSL Education, a dedicated recruitment agency focused on quality education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and valuable experience in specialist education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while building a rewarding career in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEN or care roles is desirable; passion for supporting young people is essential.
The predicted salary is between 20700 - 25300 £ per year.
Location: Lincoln
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Supply, with the potential for a permanent position
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Lincoln. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and looking to build a rewarding career within education.
You will be working within SEN settings supporting pupils with a range of needs, including MLD, PMLD, SEMH and behavioural needs. Some pupils may also require complex care, so confidence, patience and a caring approach are essential.
The Role
- Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
- Providing tailored one-to-one and small-group support.
- Helping pupils to engage with learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
- Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
- Assisting with personal care and complex care needs where required.
- Working closely with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience working in an SEN, education, care or support-based role is highly desirable.
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
- Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a calm approach to challenging situations.
- Confident supporting pupils with behavioural, communication and complex needs.
- Able to work effectively as part of a wider team.
- Reliable and committed to working full-time, Monday to Friday.
- Willing to work on a supply basis initially, with the opportunity to secure a full-time, permanent position.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education while potentially securing a long-term, permanent role. 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 throughout Lincolnshire.
Sen Teaching Assistant in Lincoln employer: Care First UK Recruitment Solutions
Care First UK Recruitment Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead and shape a new Children's EBD Home in Castle Bromwich. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, we provide competitive salaries, bonuses, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in children's care. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your leadership will truly make a difference.
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Care First UK Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
