Graduate Sen Primary Teaching Assistant

Kpi Recruiting Ltd; Ledston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

INDEDU is offering a graduate SEN Primary Teaching Assistant role in Leeds (LS13) with an immediate start and a weekly salary of £500–£560. This is ideal for graduates taking first steps into primary education and gaining hands-on SEN experience.

You will support pupils 1:1 or in small groups, assist the class teacher, and help with interventions, behaviour, and social development. The school is high-achieving and Ofsted-rated, providing strong supervision and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate aiming to start a career in primary education.
• Background in primary education, early years or related fields preferred.
• Previous experience with children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Support targeted learning interventions.
• Assist the class teacher with classroom learning.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and work with the SENCO.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Primary Education degree

Early Years / Childcare degree

Childhood Studies degree

Psychology degree

Sociology degree

SEN / Special Educational Needs qualification

Health & Social Care degree

Job description

Graduate SEN Primary Teaching Assistant

Leeds, LS13 | £500–£560 per week | Full-time | Immediate Start

Are you a Graduate looking to take your first steps into a career in primary education?

We are working with a high-achieving, Ofsted-rated primary school in the LS13 area of Leeds, who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable hands-on primary school experience, develop your SEN knowledge and build the skills needed to progress into teaching.

The Role

You will work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and become more independent.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Supporting targeted learning interventions
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom learning
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Building strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Working alongside the SENCO and wider teaching team

Who We're Looking For

We welcome graduates with a genuine interest in primary education and working with children, particularly those with degrees in:

• Primary Education
• Early Childhood / Early Years
• Childhood Studies
• Psychology
• Sociology
• SEN / Special Educational Needs
• Health & Social Care
• Childcare or related subjects

Previous experience with children is desirable and could include school experience, childcare, social care, volunteering, mentoring or university placements.

Why Apply?

• £500–£560 per week
• High-achieving, Ofsted-rated primary school
• Excellent SEN and classroom experience
• 1:1 and intervention opportunities
• Support from experienced teaching staff
• Great preparation for teacher training
• Opportunity to take your first steps into teaching

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