SEN Teaching Assistant

Overview

GSL Education is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a thriving SEN school in Wolverhampton from October 2025
. This is a fantastic opportunity to support students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and play a crucial role in their academic and personal development.

• Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Location: Wolverhampton – Special needs school
• Start Date: September 2025 – Monday to Friday
• Contract Type: Long-term with the potential to become permanent
• Pay: £90/95 per day

• Provide one-to-one support for students with EHCPs across various year groups.
• Deliver small group interventions focused on academic, social, or emotional support.
• Assist teachers in implementing tailored strategies that meet the individual needs of each pupil.
• Track student progress and provide feedback to the SENCO and teaching team.
• Support students with additional needs including autism, ADHD, and MLD in both classroom and pastoral settings.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive, supportive, and safe learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external agencies to ensure positive outcomes for students.

• Experience working in a school or educational setting, ideally supporting students with SEN.
• A strong understanding of EHCPs and the ability to adapt support plans accordingly.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude to support diverse learning needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A valid DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

• Supportive school leadership and SEN department
• Potential for permanent placement based on performance
• Dedicated consultant support from GSL Education throughout your placement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undergo thorough background checks, including a DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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 on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

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SEN Teaching Assistant
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