SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a positive and creative person looking for a new opportunity to work with children? GSL Education are currently working with a lovely Primary school situated in the Portsmouth area. This school has recently been awarded an outstanding Ofsted grade and are now looking for a support assistant to join their friendly team. This school caters for children aged 2-11 years who have complex learning difficulties. Over 70% of their pupils have autism and severe learning difficulties. They are looking for someone who is positive and who can inspire a love of learning. A suitable candidate will have experience working with children who have complex learning difficulties and enjoy building positive relationships. Job role: -            Working under the guidance of a teacher supporting small groups of pupils with learning tasks. -            Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and communication skills. -             Safeguarding will be your number one priority ensuring the welfare of the pupils. -            Working with KS1 aged pupils. Job specification: -            Full time 8:45am – 3:15pm (Mon – Fri) -            £12.82 - £14.72 p/h -            Temporary to permanent contract -            Location: Portsmouth -            Start date: Sep 2nd If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you! To work with GSL Education as a Special Educational Needs 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 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 Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online