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SEN Teaching Assistant- Cheltenham

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SEN Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham
Specialist School
ASAP Start - Cheltenham
Do you have the compassion, patience, and dedication to truly transform the lives of children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?
Are you searching for a deeply rewarding role where your care, consistency, and encouragement make a meaningful difference every single day?
About the Role:
Academics Ltd, a leading education recruitment agency, is excited to be recruiting passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist PMLD school, where your support will have a lasting impact on students and their futures.
You will be supporting pupils with complex and profound needs, many of whom require communication support and sensory-based learning. Needs you may support include:
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- Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
- Sensory impairments (visual and hearing)
- Non-verbal communication, including the use of PECS, Makaton, AAC, and sensory cues.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and care staff to help pupils engage with learning through sensory exploration, routine, and personalised support, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and understood.
Why Work with Academics?
- Competitive daily pay of £89 - £105 (Depending on experience)
- Opportunities to work in highly supportive, well-resourced PMLD setting
- Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance
- Ongoing support from experienced SEN recruitment consultants
- Training and development opportunities in complex needs and care-based support


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Who We're Looking For:
- Experience supporting children or adults with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs (education, care, health, or support work)
- A calm, nurturing, and empathetic approach
- Confidence with personal care and supporting physical needs
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
SEN qualifications or previous school-based experience are desirable but not essential
If you are passionate about supporting learners with profound needs and want a role that offers purpose, impact, and professional growth, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV and start a truly rewarding career in education
SEN Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham
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