Special Needs Assistant

Special Needs Assistant
- Cheltenham (Profound Learning Difficulties)
ASAP Start
88-100 per day - Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm)

Are you committed to supporting children and young people with profound learning difficulties? Do you want a role where your work has a real and lasting impact?

A specialist school in Cheltenham is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Assistant to support pupils aged 4 to 19 with profound learning difficulties (PMLD). Many students also have additional physical, sensory, or communication needs, and require consistent, structured support throughout the school day.

As a Special Needs Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require a high level of individualised support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties
• Supporting communication through specialist methods (training provided)
• Helping with sensory-based activities and structured routines
• Creating a calm, safe and positive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Patient, reliable and compassionate
• Comfortable supporting students with complex needs
• Able to follow routines and adapt to each student's individual needs
• Eager to learn and develop within a specialist setting

Experience with SEN, care work, PMLD, or supporting non-verbal children is an advantage but not essential. Graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Health & Social Care, Education or similar fields are encouraged to apply.

• Special Needs Assistant
• Profound Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Cheltenham
• Age Range: 4-19
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Pay: 88-100 per day (Depending on experience)
• Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

If you are passionate about supporting young people with high levels of need and want to make a meaningful difference, please apply to become a Special Needs Assistant in this Cheltenham school.