1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Non-Verbal Pupil
Location: Brighton
Salary: GBP90 - GBP110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a calm, caring, and resilient individual looking to make a meaningful difference in a young learner s life? GSL Education are currently in search of a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal pupil in a welcoming school located in Brighton .

As a 1:1 SEN TA, you will work closely with a non-verbal pupil, providing dedicated support throughout the school day. Your role will focus on helping the pupil access learning, develop communication skills, and build trust and confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a non-verbal pupil, adapting communication strategies to suit their needs.
• Implement and support personalised learning plans in collaboration with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Use tools such as PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, or communication aids (training can be provided).
• Create a calm, nurturing environment to support emotional regulation and learning.
• Record observations and feedback to track the pupil s development.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN), ideally non-verbal.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a positive, adaptable attitude.
• Understanding of alternative communication methods is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs.
• Have an updated CV ( covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps ) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on a pupil s life.
• Support from a friendly, specialist education recruitment team.

If you are passionate about supporting students and looking to gain valuable experience, apply now to join GSL Education as a 1:1 SEN TA in Brighton.

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.

To apply for the 1:1 SEN TA , click apply now and submit your most recent CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch soon!