Teaching Assistant - SEN Support - Primary
Location: Portsmouth | Key Stages: 1 & 2 | Hours: Full-Time | Sector: Special Educational Needs (SEN)

GSL Education are currently seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Portsmouth. This full-time role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional learning needs and helping them thrive within a mainstream classroom environment.

About the School:
This friendly and forward-thinking primary school prides itself on creating a supportive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to succeed. With a strong focus on inclusion and individual support, the school works closely with families and professionals to ensure the best outcomes for all learners.

The Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work closely with pupils who require additional support due to a range of needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD, and social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

Your responsibilities will include:

1:1 and Group Support: Providing tailored assistance to individual pupils or small groups to help them engage with learning and school life.
Classroom Inclusion: Supporting teachers in adapting tasks and managing behaviour to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum.
Encouraging Development: Promoting emotional well-being, communication, and independence through consistent and nurturing support.
Collaborative Working: Liaising with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to implement effective support strategies.
Monitoring Progress: Observing and recording pupil achievements and behaviours, contributing to reviews and planning.
The Ideal Candidate Will:

Have experience working with children with special educational needs, either in a school or a similar setting.
Be calm, patient, and resilient, with a positive approach to overcoming challenges.
Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.
Be flexible and able to adapt support to meet individual needs.
Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent) - desirable but not essential.
Why Join GSL Education?

Competitive hourly rates
Full-time, consistent work in a supportive school
Dedicated consultant offering ongoing guidance
Opportunities for training and career progression
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If you're ready to make a difference and help children with additional needs reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

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 across the UK.

Contact GSL Education today to find out more and apply for this rewarding SEN support role