Graduate Learning Support Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Ware; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Ware is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The role offers up to £600 per week and extensive professional development. Ideal candidates should hold a 2:1 degree or higher and be passionate about helping young people. Apply now to make a meaningful difference in education.

Benefits

Extensive training and professional development

Collaborative, supportive school community

Opportunity for future careers in education and therapy

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with diverse needs.
• Previous experience with children or SEN is desirable but not essential.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across all age groups with various needs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and social skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

2:1 degree or higher

Job description

Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Specialist School

Ware, Hertfordshire | Full-Time | Up to £600 per week | September 2025

Are you a graduate eager to begin a rewarding career in education or child development?
Do you want to support young people with special educational needs to achieve their full potential?

A highly regarded specialist school in Ware, Hertfordshire is looking for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in careers such as teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or child mental health, while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

The Role – Graduate Learning Support Assistant

• Support pupils across all age groups and abilities, from Primary through to GCSE level, with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH)
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD)
• Sensory and Physical Needs

• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to help pupils access the curriculum, build independence, and develop essential life and learning skills.
• Work alongside teachers and specialists to differentiate activities and create a supportive, inclusive classroom.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, and social skills, both inside and outside of lessons.

What’s in it for you?

• Earn up to £600 per week (depending on experience).
• Full-time, long-term role – Monday to Friday, term-time only.
• Extensive training and professional development delivered by SEN specialists.
• A strong foundation for future careers in:

• Teaching (Primary, Secondary, or SEN)
• Educational Psychology
• SEN Support & Inclusion
• Speech & Language Therapy
• Child & Adolescent Mental Health

• Become part of a collaborative, supportive school community that values your growth and contribution.

About You - Graduate Learning Support Assistant

• A 2:1 degree or higher – Psychology, Education, or related fields are particularly relevant.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with diverse needs.
• Adaptable, patient, and resilient in a variety of situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience with children or SEN (in schools, care, or youth work) is desirable but not essential.
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

If you’re a graduate who wants to make a meaningful difference in a specialist school setting, supporting pupils from early years to GCSE level, apply now to become a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Ware, Hertfordshire.

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