Specialist Alternative Provision/SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting for a Specialist Alternative Provision SEN Teaching Assistant in Cheltenham. The role involves 1:1 and small group support of learners with special educational needs in a dedicated provision. Start ASAP, term-time only, £93–£105 per day, with DBS clearance required or willingness to apply.

You will help learners engage, develop skills and confidence, and work as part of a supportive team within a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• 1:1 and small group support to learners across the day.
• Support learners with their learning, development and engagement.
• Deliver targeted interventions and personalised activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with learners.
• Encourage continued positive behaviour choices, confidence and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to a range of learners across the day.
• Support learners with their learning, development and engagement.
• Support the delivery of targeted interventions and personalised activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with learners.
• Encourage continued positive behaviour choices, confidence and independence.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment for all.
• Follow all policies and procedures on a daily basis.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Small group support

Behaviour management

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Specialist Alternative Provision SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £93 - £105 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Accademics are currently recruiting for a dedicated Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant on behalf a specialist setting in Cheltenham. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who would like to explore a new, rewarding career in education whilst being an active part of children and young people with additional needs journey.

About the Role:

We are looking for a caring, dedicated and passionate SEN worker who will help in providing high quality support to learners and young people with educational needs. The successful candidate will be passionate about helping individuals reach their potential!

Key Details:

• SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) learning support work
• Cheltenham based
• Start ASAP
• £93+ per day (Depending on Experience)
• Term time only
• Clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to a range of learners across the day.
• Support learners with their learning, development and engagement.
• Support the delivery of targeted interventions and personalised activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with learners.
• Encourage continued positive behaviour choices, confidence and independence.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment for all.
• Follow all policies and procedures on a daily basis.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and adaptable.
• Passionate about supporting learning and young people to succeed.
• Confident building positive relationships with learners.
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Willing to learn and develop through training and hands on experience.
• Able to work effectively as part of a supportive team.
• Experienced working with children or young people is beneficial, but not essential.
• An Enhanced DBS check is required, or you must be willing to apply for one.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience within Alternative Provision and SEN education. You will receive support from an experienced team and have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to learners every day.

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and ready to take the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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