Special Needs Assistant- Cheltenham

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Cheltenham is seeking a Special Needs Assistant to support children with Profound Learning Difficulties and Complex Needs. This full-time role is ideal for Psychology graduates looking to gain hands-on experience alongside on-site therapists. The ideal candidate will be proactive, patient, and resilient, with a Level 3 qualification desirable. The position offers £88–£100 per day and an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEN children or adults, professionally or personally.
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a wide range of complex needs.
• Assist in therapy sessions and develop practical SEN skills.

Skills

Understanding

Resilience

Open-mindedness

Positivity

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 qualification

Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Special Needs Assistant- Cheltenham
Profound Learning Difficulties (PLD) & Complex Needs
ASAP Start
KS1 to KS5

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs?
Would you like to gain hands‑on experience working with Profound and Complex Learning Disabilities?

A specialist school in Cheltenham, supporting pupils with Profound Learning Difficulties (PLD) and a range of Complex Needs, is seeking a Psychology Graduate (or someone with a similar background) to join their team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant. Applicants with relevant SEN experience are also very welcome.

The school works with children aged 4–18 who require individualised, consistent and high-quality support. While previous experience is desirable, it’s not essential. Graduates from related fields—Psychology, Criminology, Education, Social Sciences—are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Psychology graduate to gain valuable experience alongside on‑site therapists and specialist staff. You will have the opportunity to observe therapy sessions, develop practical SEN skills and build experience working with children with profound and complex needs. This role is ideal for aspiring educational, occupational or clinical psychologists, SEN teachers or therapeutic support workers.

The school is seeking a proactive, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring positivity, adaptability and initiative to the classroom. You will play a key role in supporting pupils with a wide range of complex needs.

Role Details:

• Special Needs Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant
• Profound Learning Difficulties (PLD) & Complex Needs
• ASAP Start
• Cheltenham
• £88–£100 per day
• Full-time
• Ideal for Psychology Graduates
• Level 3 qualification required (Degree highly desirable)

Pupils in this setting require a teaching assistant who is understanding, resilient and open-minded. Experience supporting SEN children or adults—professionally, personally or voluntarily— is highly valued.

If you are interested in this Special Needs Assistant position, please apply directly to this advert.

Special Needs Assistant – Cheltenham – ASAP Start