SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Herne Bay
Salary: £93+ per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term supply

Are you a caring, dependable, and motivatedSEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding full-time opportunity inHerne Bay?
Do you have a genuine passion for supporting pupils in a specialist environment that values personalised care and academic development?

If so, GSL Education Kent are looking for a committed individual to join a well-respected specialist school in Herne Bay. This role is perfect for anSEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys a structured Monday-Friday routine and has experience supporting students with autism (ASD), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and speech and language challenges.

This school is recognised for its nurturing, therapeutic approach and strong team ethos. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive environment where everySEN Teaching Assistant plays a vital role in building students' confidence, independence, and overall wellbeing. You'll be part of a community that values progress in all forms and celebrates each achievement, no matter how small.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs
• Support pupils with communication strategies, sensory needs, and emotional regulation
• Use a calm, patient, and positive approach to manage behaviour effectively
• Work alongside the class teacher to maintain a structured and inclusive classroom
• Implement and follow Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) accurately
• Encourage independence, life skills, and active engagement in learning

To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you should:

• Have recent experience working with children or young people with additional needs (school or care setting)
• Demonstrate a patient, flexible, and nurturing approach
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Hold the right to work in the UK
• Be able to meet GSL's safer recruitment requirements
• Hold an Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

GSL Education offers:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Access to specialist schools and provisions acrossHerne Bayand Kent
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN-focused training
• Dedicated consultants to support you throughout your career journey

Please note: ThisSEN Teaching Assistant role requires a solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must pass the required background checks, including an enhanced DBS.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency committed to providing high-quality teaching and support staff across Kent. All of our advertised roles reflect genuine vacancies.

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