Shape Futures as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Maidstone – Start ASAP!

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Maidstone Salary: £88.94 – £95 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time

Are you a compassionate and committed individual with experience supporting children or adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

GSL Education are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a nurturing and inclusive school community in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about helping students with additional needs develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):

Provide personalised support to students with a range of additional learning needs. Assist teachers in planning and delivering targeted learning activities. Create a safe, positive, and engaging environment for students. Encourage independence, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour. Follow individual support plans and uphold safeguarding expectations. Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals. Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):

Experience working with children or adults with SEN is essential. Applications welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in healthcare, nursery settings, care work, youth work, or activity leadership. A patient, supportive, and proactive approach. Ability to adapt to changing needs within the classroom. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply). 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 support for staff in educational settings across the UK.

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