1:1 SEN Support Assistant - Cheltenham, Immediate Start

Academics Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in mainstream primary and secondary schools across Cheltenham. This full-time role runs 8:30am–3:30pm with a daily pay of £90-£105, starting ASAP.

You will work closely with an individual pupil, implementing tailored strategies to boost learning, confidence and social development within an inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting children with SEN desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• The ability to provide two recent professional references.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them reach their potential.
• Excellent communication, patience and a positive, nurturing approach.
• The ability to adapt your approach to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's needs.
• Support pupils to participate in and engage with classroom activities.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions to support learning.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Maintain clear communication regarding pupil progress.
• Support pupils in achieving learning targets.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and access the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other school team members.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Empathy

Job description

Academics Ltd is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in mainstream primary and secondary schools across Cheltenham. This full-time role runs 8:30am–3:30pm with a daily pay of £90-£105, starting ASAP.

You will work closely with an individual pupil, implementing tailored strategies to boost learning, confidence and social development within an inclusive team.