GL1 | GL2 | GL19 | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
We are recruiting Pastoral Support & SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist, multi-site provision across Gloucester (GL1, GL2 and GL19).
These are dedicated classroom-based TA roles within well-established provisions, not general supply positions. You will be placed within one of three settings, supporting pupils across primary, secondary or girls-only provision, depending on your experience and strengths.
You will be joining a specialist, independent provision supporting either primary or secondary pupils with:
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
- Autism (ASC), ADHD, OCD and PDA profiles
- Anxiety, emotional regulation needs and attachment difficulties
- Communication and sensory processing differences
Across three sites in Gloucester, the school delivers small class sizes, high staff ratios and a therapeutic, child-centred approach, focused on re-engaging pupils who may have previously struggled in mainstream education.
Each site offers a slightly different focus:
- GL19 (Secondary Provision) - supporting older pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
- GL1 (Primary & Girls Secondary) - a nurturing setting with mixed age support
- GL2 (Girls-Only Secondary Provision) - focused pastoral and therapeutic support environment
As a Teaching Assistant / Pastoral Support Practitioner, you will:
- Provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support in a classroom setting
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students who require stability and routine
- Assist with learning activities, structured interventions and life skills development
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
- Help maintain a calm, structured and supportive environment
- Support pupils who may experience anxiety, distress or behavioural challenges
- Contribute to a therapeutic and holistic approach to education
This is a hands-on, impactful role where strong relationships and consistency are key.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have:
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant (TA) or Learning Support Assistant
- Background in SEN, SEMH, pastoral support or behaviour mentoring
- Experience in care, residential settings, youth work or support roles
- Confidence supporting students with complex needs and emotional challenges
We also welcome strong recent graduates (e.g. Psychology, Education, Criminology) who have hands-on experience supporting young people.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are highly desirable
- However, the school is willing to support and fund NVQ/TA qualifications for the right candidate
- This makes it an excellent opportunity for experienced candidates looking to formalise their qualifications and progress
- Calm, consistent and emotionally intelligent approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage behaviour positively and professionally
- Resilience and confidence in challenging situations
- Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
- Placement within a stable, long-term school setting
- Opportunity to work in a specialist, well-supported provision
- Funded training and
