Job Description
SEND Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham
Location: Cheltenham and surrounding areas
Contract: Flexible supply - Day-to-day and long-term cover
Pay: £90-100 per day (including holiday pay)
Start Date: September
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Five Education is seeking adaptable and empathetic SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream primary schools in Cheltenham, providing support to children with Special Educational Needs.
We have both day-to-day and long-term supply opportunities, making this ideal for those looking for flexible work or long-term placements. Many roles involve 1:1 support or small group work for children with needs such as Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language difficulties, or SEMH challenges.
Responsibilities:
* Provide in-class support to children with SEND, helping them access the curriculum
* Deliver targeted interventions or structured learning tasks
* Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment to support emotional regulation and social skills
* Work under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo
* Support with EHCP targets and differentiated learning
You'll need to have:
1. Experience supporting children with SEND in an education or care setting
2. Confidence working with a range of needs, including Autism, SEMH, AD...