SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Ashford, Kent Salary: £88.94 £95+ per day (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time Start Date: January 2026Are you a patient, dedicated, and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in Tonbridge? GSL Education Kent are seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist school that provides exceptional education and personalised support for children and young people with a wide range of additional needs.Why Choose This SEN Teaching Assistant Role? As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs, including autism spectrum conditions, speech and language difficulties, social-emotional needs, and complex learning challenges. Working alongside experienced teachers and therapists, you ll help create a safe, structured, and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.This role is ideal for someone who is resilient, empathetic, and passionate about making a meaningful impact on children s lives.Key Responsibilities for SEN Teaching Assistant: Provide 1:1 and group support following EHCPs and individual learning plansAssist pupils with communication, sensory needs, and emotional regulationSupport personal care tasks when requiredPromote independence, confidence, and life skillsHelp the class teacher maintain a positive and inclusive learning environmentEncourage pupil engagement, progress, and well-being Requirements for SEN Teac