Graduate Sen Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Stretford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Graduate SEN Learning Mentor to join a specialist secondary SEN school in the Salford area. The role involves supporting students aged 11-16 with a range of SEND, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, MLD, and sensory needs.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping young people, possess excellent communication skills, and be patient, resilient, and empathetic. DBS update service or willingness to obtain one is desirable.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build strong professional relationships.
• Confidence working with students who may display challenging behaviours.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the school day.
• Build positive relationships and act as a trusted mentor and role model.
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence in learning.
• Support the implementation of EHCP targets and behaviour support plans.
• Assist students in managing emotions and developing self-regulation strategies.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support students during lessons, breaktimes, enrichment activities, and educational visits.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Handling challenging behaviour

Job description

Graduate SEN Learning Mentor

Full-Time | Immediate Start | Salford Teaching Personnel

Are you a recent graduate looking to kick-start a rewarding career in education, psychology, SEN support, or mental health? Teaching Personnel is seeking a motivated and compassionate Graduate SEN Learning Mentor to join a specialist secondary SEN school in the Salford area.

This exciting role involves supporting students aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), sensory processing needs, and communication challenges. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the school day.
• Build positive relationships and act as a trusted mentor and role model.
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence in learning.
• Support the implementation of EHCP targets and behaviour support plans.
• Assist students in managing emotions and developing self-regulation strategies.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support students during lessons, breaktimes, enrichment activities, and educational visits.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• The ability to build strong professional relationships.
• Confidence working with students who may display challenging behaviours.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.Previous experience working with young people through volunteering, sports coaching, tutoring, youth work, care, or mentoring is desirable.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we help education professionals find opportunities where they can develop their skills and build long-term careers.

Benefits of Joining Us:

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated personal consultant supporting you throughout your placement

FREE and discounted CPD training courses

Specialist SEN and behaviour management training

Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment

Access to schools across Greater Manchester

CV guidance and interview preparation

Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme

Valuable experience for aspiring teachers, psychologists, therapists, and social workers

Start Your Career Making a Difference

If you're a graduate looking for meaningful work where you can positively impact the lives of young people every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Gain invaluable SEN experience, develop highly transferable skills, and join a school where every achievement is celebrated.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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