Forest School SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Coleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant in Coleford to support students aged 3-19 with special educational needs. The role requires empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Training opportunities are provided along with competitive pay, making this position a rewarding experience in an inclusive school environment.

Benefits

Professional development training

Growth opportunities in the SEN field

Ample parking and public transport accessibility

Qualifications

• Passionate, resilient and adaptable candidates.
• Experience in care work, youth work, or mental health is beneficial.
• Ideal for care workers, youth leaders, and support workers.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 3‑19 with various needs.
• Engage in an inclusive school environment.
• Deliver training in Autism Awareness, Safeguarding and first aid.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Experience with SEN or supportive roles

Adaptability

Job description

Position Details

Location: Coleford GL16
Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term, full academic year with potential for permanent placement
Pay: £83.40 per day, depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

Our SEN School seeks an empathetic Teaching Assistant to support students aged 3‑19 with varied needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language challenges, complex needs, SEMH and behavioural difficulties. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to engage deeply in an inclusive school environment with supportive programmes such as hydrotherapy and Forest School.

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate, resilient and adaptable, with strong verbal and written communication
• Experience with SEN or in supportive roles such as care work, mental health, or disability support is beneficial
• Team‑oriented yet able to work independently and adapt to varied student needs

Ideal candidates are care workers, youth workers and mental health professionals with a dedication to fostering student growth.

Best Examples Of Applicants

• Graduates: Art, Drama, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology and Sports
• Youth leaders
• Support workers
• Sports coaches
• Care Assistants
• Nursery Nurses

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Training in Autism Awareness, Safeguarding and first aid
• Growth Opportunities: Deepen experience within the SEN field, with networking and skills‑building opportunities

For convenience, the school offers ample parking and is accessible via public transport. An enhanced DBS is required (or can be applied for).

How to Apply

If you are interested, please click the apply button and contact Mia Green on 0117 472 2400 | Ext: 2013.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Contact Details

Contact: Mia Green
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 2013