SEN Teaching Assistant – Cheltenham

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Salary: £100–£120 per day, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time or part-time, Temporary
Start Date: ASAP

Class People are recruiting experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEN provision in Cheltenham.

The provision supports children and young people with additional needs, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outlining their individual needs and support requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants who have previous experience working within an SEN school or specialist provision and are confident supporting pupils with complex and varied additional needs.

We are looking for individuals who can provide one-to-one and small-group support, manage challenging behaviour and help pupils develop their confidence, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with EHCPs.
• Following individual EHCP targets and supporting pupils to achieve their developmental and educational goals.
• Supporting pupils with SEN needs, including emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.
• Assisting teachers with engaging and accessible learning activities.
• Managing challenging behaviour positively using agreed support strategies.
• Promoting independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Supporting pupils with autism (ASC), SEMH and other additional learning needs.
• Adapting your approach to meet individual pupil requirements.
• Working closely with teachers and specialist support staff.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Essential: Previous experience working within an SEN school or specialist SEN provision.
• Experience supporting children and young people with EHCPs.
• Experience providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
• A patient, resilient, adaptable and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

What Class People Can Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of £100–£120, depending on experience.
• Opportunities within specialist SEN provision in Cheltenham.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• A rewarding role supporting pupils with additional needs.
• The opportunity to develop your experience in specialist education.
• Weekly pay.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with previous experience working in a specialist school and supporting pupils with EHCPs, we'd love to hear from you.