At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs through tailored 1:1 and small-group assistance.
- Company: Five Education, a compassionate and inclusive educational provider in Cheltenham.
- Benefits: Transparent pay, free DBS check, recommendations bonus, and specialist mentoring.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to fostering positive outcomes for all learners.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND, strong communication skills, and a passion for inclusion.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
Overview
Five Education are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
This role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.
The post involves providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support in line with individual learning needs and EHCP targets, adapting learning materials and classroom approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and developmental needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support in line with individual learning needs and EHCP targets.
- Adapt learning materials and classroom approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and developmental needs.
- Support students in developing communication skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective support strategies and encourage student progress.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment throughout the school day.
- Supervise students during break and lunch times, ensuring their wellbeing and inclusion.
Experience and Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are essential.
- The successful candidate will be resilient, empathetic, and committed to helping every student thrive both academically and personally.
- Experience working with young people with SEND, particularly Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.
- A calm, flexible, and nurturing approach to supporting students with complex and varied needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for inclusion and supporting positive outcomes for all learners.
- Resilience, patience, and a proactive attitude towards behaviour support and student wellbeing.
Essential requirements
- Right to work in the UK — we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
- Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
- Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
If you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, Five Education will help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70.
This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
- What Five Education offers
- Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll with transparent pay and no hidden admin fees or employer's NI. The pay rate shown is illustrative and includes holiday pay.
- Free DBS (refunded after 20 days of work).
- Recommendations bonus scheme and specialist mentoring while you are working.
- Vetting and safeguarding processes are in place; successful applicants will undergo checks including references, TRA checks, and a DBS check, followed by an interview.
How to apply
If you are interested, please contact Bella for more information.
We are happy to discuss whether this role is right for you and to provide an informal chat about the opportunity.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates.
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