Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School - Cheltenham

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Full-time | Term Time OnlyASAP / September Start AvailableCheltenham£85 - £100 per day

Are you a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs in a specialist education setting based in Cheltenham?

About the Role

You will be working closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a variety of special educational needs, including ASD, moderate to severe learning difficulties, and communication needs. The role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting emotional regulation, and helping pupils access learning through adapted and individualised approaches.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis within the classroomAssisting with differentiated learning activities tailored to individual needsEncouraging communication, independence, and social developmentSupporting sensory regulation and structured routinesWorking collaboratively with teachers and wider specialist staffPromoting a safe, calm and inclusive learning environmentThe Ideal Candidate:

Patient, nurturing and emotionally resilientPassionate about supporting children with additional needsConfident working within structured routines and supportive environmentsAble to build strong, positive relationships with pupilsAdaptable and proactive in supporting learning and wellbeingCandidates with experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant would be highly beneficial, particularly those with a background supporting autism or complex needs. We also welcome applicants from care, youth work, psychology, or wider support work backgrounds, as well as individuals who have experience working within EHCP-led provision, although this is desirable rather than essential. Xbpsjku

What's on Offer

Supportive and experienced SEN teamStructured and specialist learning environment based in CheltenhamOpportunities to gain valuable SEN experience and develop professionallyRewarding role making a genuine difference to young peopleIf you are looking for a fulfilling role where you can positively impact students' lives and develop your SEN experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV to this advert.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School - Cheltenham

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cheltenham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English