Teaching Assistant


Company:	Dean Close Foundation
Salary:	Competitive
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2NY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

The Dean Close Foundation is looking to appoint an enthusiastic learning support teaching assistant with experience of supporting children with SEND on a 1:1 basis.

Working closely with the Class Teacher, Subject Specialists, SENCO, parents, and other professionals, you will provide personalised support both within and outside the classroom. You will play a key role in helping a child overcome barriers to learning, develop independence, build positive relationships, and reach their full potential.

This position presents an excellent opportunity for either a teacher-trained individual or a highly experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

The successful candidate will have strong communication and relationship-building skills, a good understanding of SEND, and the ability to promote learning, wellbeing and independence.

At Dean Close Foundation, our values of love, courage, and contribution underpin everything we do. As part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas, develop professionally, and make a meaningful difference to colleagues across the Foundation.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustments are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or

recruitment@deanclose.org.uk with your query.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.

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