SEN Teaching Assistants Needed, Cheltenham

Reed Education, Supporting Local Schools Across Gloucestershire

Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for rewarding opportunities in Cheltenham? Reed Education is recruiting enthusiastic support staff to work with a range of local primary and secondary schools, providing both short-term and long-term SEN support.

Why Choose Reed Education?

• Competitive daily rates
• Paid via PAYE only, NO umbrella companies
• Join a team of consultants with over 10 years’ experience supporting Gloucestershire schools
• Flexible roles to suit your availability
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training

About the Roles

We are looking for committed SEN Teaching Assistants who can support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs)
• Speech and language needs
• Learning difficulties

Your role may include:

• Providing 1:1 support
• Assisting small groups
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and behaviour
• Supporting classroom teachers
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

Opportunities include day-to-day supply, short-term cover, and long-term placements depending on your preferences.

This is ideal if you are:

• An experienced SEN TA
• A TA looking to specialise in SEN
• New to support work but passionate about working with children
• Looking for a better work–life balance
• Interested in gaining experience across Cheltenham schools

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based or otherwise)
• Strong communication and behaviour-support skills
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• The ability to adapt to different school environments
• A current enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Apply Today

Join a supportive, well-established team and make a real difference in Cheltenham’s schools with the reassurance of PAYE pay and no umbrella companies.

Contact

Robert Mills, Business Manager at Reed Education