At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a hands-on, engaging environment.
- Company: Vision for Education, dedicated to making a difference in students' lives.
- Benefits: Competitive daily pay, flexible hours, and free training opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate start available with long-term placements and career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young people's learning and development every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or vulnerable individuals; patience and good communication skills are key.
The predicted salary is between 22545 - 27555 £ per year.
Vision for Education are looking for a caring and reliable SEN Learning Partner to join a specialist school in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting children and young people and wants to make a genuine difference to their day-to-day learning and development.
As an SEN Learning Partner, you will work closely with pupils who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). You could be supporting pupils with autism, complex needs, communication difficulties, sensory needs, learning difficulties or social and emotional needs, either on a 1:1 basis or as part of a classroom team. The role is hands-on and varied. You'll help pupils access their learning, build confidence, develop independence and feel comfortable and supported at school.
You don't necessarily need to have worked in a specialist school before. Experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Care Worker or Childcare Practitioner can all be relevant.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting children and young people with SEN and additional needs
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
- Helping pupils access lessons and classroom activities
- Supporting communication, interaction and social development
- Helping children develop independence and confidence
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour
- Using a calm, patient and consistent approach
- Helping with sensory, practical and engaging activities
- Working alongside teachers, TAs and other support staff
- Following individual support plans and adapting your approach to each pupil
- Creating a safe, positive and supportive learning environment
Who we're looking for:
We're looking for someone who is patient, approachable and genuinely enjoys working with children and young people. Previous experience working with SEND, SEN, autism, complex needs or challenging behaviour would be beneficial, but we're also interested in candidates with transferable experience. You could be an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, LSA, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Sports Coach or Childcare Practitioner looking for your next opportunity.
You’ll need:
- Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
- A caring and patient approach
- Confidence supporting individual needs
- Good communication skills
- The ability to remain calm and positive when situations become challenging
Why work with Vision for Education?
- £92.56 - £105 per day
- Weekly PAYE pay
- Immediate start available
- Full‑time and flexible opportunities
- Long-term placements available
- Free CPD and training
SEN Learning Partner in Cheltenham employer: Vision for Education Ltd
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