SEND Support Worker

Cirencester, Gloucestershire

£14.24 - £15.50 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Full-Time | Part-Time | Flexible Opportunities | Immediate Start

SEND Support Worker – Cirencester

Vision for Education are recruiting SEND Support Workers to work with schools and specialist provisions across Cirencester and the surrounding Gloucestershire area.

If you enjoy working with children and young people and want a job where you can genuinely make a difference, this could be a great opportunity. You'll be part of a school team supporting pupils with SEND, special educational needs, autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, learning needs and complex needs.

The role is varied and can include 1:1 support, small-group work and classroom support. Your focus will be helping pupils feel settled, take part in school life, develop their confidence and become as independent as possible.

Previous experience in SEND is useful, but it's not essential. We are also interested in people with backgrounds in care, support work, childcare, youth work, teaching assistance, sports coaching, mentoring or similar roles. Training can be provided for the right person.

What you'll be doing

Depending on the setting and pupils you're supporting, your day could include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils access lessons and activities
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
• Helping pupils manage emotions and behaviour
• Supporting social and communication development
• Assisting with practical, sensory and learning activities
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff
• Following individual support plans and school guidance
• Helping maintain a safe, calm and positive environment

Who we're looking for

We're looking for people who are patient, reliable and genuinely interested in helping children and young people.

You may already have experience as a SEND Support Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, LSA, Support Worker, Care Worker, Behaviour Mentor or Youth Worker.

You could also have experience outside education and be looking to move into a school environment.

We're looking for:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• A calm and patient approach
• Good communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships
• Confidence working as part of a team
• Reliability and a willingness to learn
• An Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply for one
• The Right to Work in the UK

SEN or SEND experience is desirable but not essential. Training and ongoing support are available.

What Vision for Education offers

• £14.24 - £15.50 per hour
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Immediate start opportunities
• Full-time, part-time and flexible work
• Long-term and ongoing placements
• Free CPD and training
• SEND and safeguarding training
• Pension contributions
• A dedicated consultant to support you
• Access to a wide range of education and SEND jobs across Gloucestershire
• Opportunities to progress into long-term and permanent positions

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education works with schools across Gloucestershire, providing Teaching Assistants, SEN TAs, Learning Support Assistants, SEND Support Workers and other education professionals.

We're part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.

Safeguarding is central to everything we do and all appointments are subject to the necessary safeguarding and compliance checks.

Apply today

If you're looking for a SEND Support Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant role in Cirencester, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're experienced in SEND or looking to take your first step into specialist education, apply today with your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunities available.

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