SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tonbridge

Contract Type: Full-time

Start: ASAP

Salary: £93+ per day (depending on experience)

Do you have a genuine enthusiasm for supporting children and young people with special educational needs? GSL Education Kent are looking for a kind and understanding SEN Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing specialist school in Tonbridge.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be essential in supporting pupils to grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally. Working alongside the teaching team, you will provide individualised support to students aged 3 to 19 who have a variety of complex needs, such as severe and profound learning disabilities, autism, and related medical conditions.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment where every child is celebrated for who they are. The school has a deep commitment to promoting independence, communication, and positive well-being in all pupils, creating a safe, nurturing space where children can thrive both personally and academically. The curriculum is designed to be flexible, responsive, and holistic – prioritising each student’s voice and individual pathway.

Key responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant include:

• Providing 1:1 or small group support under the guidance of teaching staff
• Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs and individual learning plans
• Supporting students with communication, behaviour, personal care, and sensory needs
• Encouraging the development of independence and life skills
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in a school or care setting)
• A calm, resilient, and caring attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that believes every pupil has a right to be valued, heard, and successful.

Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant 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.

To apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps. 

For more details or to register for ongoing opportunities, contact Kate at the GSL Education Kent office today!