Special Needs Assistant

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.

• 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