Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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  • Manchester
  • £550 per week
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Graduate SEN Teaching AssistantManchester Specialist SEN School – Up to £550 per week – Full-TimeDo you hold a 2:1 or higher degree and want to support young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?Are you keen to gain hands-on experience in a specialist SEN school before moving into a career such as Educational Psychology, SEN Teaching, or Therapy?Would you like to make a meaningful difference by helping pupils with additional needs reach their full potential?A welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Manchester is looking to appoint a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant from September 2025. This is a brilliant opportunity for graduates to build valuable classroom experience while supporting pupils with a wide range of learning and emotional needs.Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your interest in this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role.The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students aged 11–16 who have diverse needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges, and moderate learning difficulties. You’ll provide tailored support both in the classroom and in small intervention groups, helping pupils to engage with lessons and develop confidence.This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is particularly well suited to Psychology, Education, or related subject graduates, as well as those with previous experience in youth work, sports coaching, care, or mentoring. The role requires patience, resilience, and the ability to encourage positive behaviour.What’s on Offer:
  • Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role (Monday–Friday)
  • Earn up to £550 per week
  • Based at a supportive Manchester specialist school with strong staff development
  • Ongoing training and guidance from experienced SEN professionals
  • Excellent preparation for future careers in Psychology, SEN Teaching, or Speech and Language Therapy
  • Placement beginning September 2025 with progression opportunities
Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:
  • Degree (2:1 or above) – Psychology or related subjects advantageous
  • Empathetic, calm, and confident when managing behaviour
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Experience in SEN, care, or working with children is beneficial but not essential
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK (unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available)
Becoming a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in this Manchester specialist school offers invaluable experience for graduates looking to develop a career in education or psychology while making a direct impact on pupils’ lives.Apply today to be considered for this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role starting September 2025.Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Manchester Specialist SEN School – Up to £550 per weekINDEDU

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