Inclusion and SEND Support Assistant

Inclusion and SEND Support Assistant – Specialist School – Gloucester

Salary: £85 – £105 per day (dependent on experience)

Location:

Gloucester

Job Type: Full-time

Hours:

8:30am – 4:00pm

Start Date:

ASAP

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive within a nurturing and supportive learning environment?

Academics are currently recruiting for an Inclusion and SEND Support Assistant to join a specialist setting in Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates or individuals considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, social work, or mental health.

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
• Promote inclusive learning by adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Help implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Foster independence, confidence, and social development
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

• A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach
• A genuine interest in inclusion and SEND
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Psychology, education, counselling, or related background desirable
• Previous SEND, SEMH, or support work experience beneficial but not essential

• Opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive specialist setting in Gloucester
• Hands‑on experience supporting a diverse range of additional needs
• Valuable experience for aspiring teachers, therapists, or psychologists
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

If you are committed to inclusive education and ready to make a meaningful impact as an Inclusion and SEND Support Assistant, apply today by submitting your CV to this advert.