SEN Support Assistant

Job Title: SEN Support Assistant
Location: Darlington
Pay Rate: £90 - £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term

Can you provide personalised support that helps children with Special Educational Needs overcome barriers, build confidence, and participate more fully in education?

GSL Education Newcastle Branch are seeking patient and committed SEN Support Assistants to join inclusive schools in Darlington. We are looking for individuals who can respond sensitively to different needs, establish trusting relationships with young learners, and adapt their approach to help each individual access learning successfully.

The Special Educational Needs Support Assistant will provide targeted academic, social, and developmental assistance, working alongside teaching and specialist staff to promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful progress.

• Provide one-to-one assistance according to individual educational needs
• Adapt activities and resources to make classroom learning more accessible
• Facilitate small-group interventions focused on specific areas of development
• Encourage communication, social interaction, confidence, and independence
• Observe progress and share relevant developments with teachers and SEN staff
• Follow individual support strategies to maintain consistent provision throughout the school day

• Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and inclusive education
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
• Ability to adjust your approach according to different abilities and circumstances
• Strong communication skills and the ability to establish positive relationships
• Patient, observant, and dependable approach to individual support
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

• Benefit from competitive daily rates based on relevant experience
• Develop practical knowledge of SEN and inclusive learning strategies
• Broaden your experience supporting a variety of additional needs
• Access flexible assignments as well as longer-term opportunities
• Receive ongoing guidance from dedicated education consultants

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 the Newcastle.