Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A specialist SEN school is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Manchester to provide tailored support for students with special educational needs. The role is ideal for graduates looking to develop a career in education or psychology with a full-time position offering up to £550 per week, starting September 2025. Candidates should have a 2:1 or higher degree in Psychology or a related field and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.

Benefits

Excellent training and mentorship

Work in a purpose-built, specialist SEN environment

Potential for salaried teacher training routes

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Experience in schools or care settings is a bonus but not essential.
• Right to work in the UK is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Help manage behaviour and support learning activities.
• Build trusting relationships with students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Interest in SEN and child development

Education

2:1 degree or higher in Psychology or related field

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Manchester – Full-Time – Up to £550 per week

Are you a graduate looking to build experience supporting children with special educational needs?

Have you achieved a 2:1 or higher in Psychology or a related field?

Do you hope to pursue a career in Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or SEN Teaching?

If so, this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in a specialist SEN school in Manchester could be the perfect next step.

This welcoming and well-resourced school is dedicated to supporting pupils aged 11–16 with a range of needs including autism, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties. The school is now seeking a patient, enthusiastic, and committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

The role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced SEN teachers and support staff to provide one-on-one and small-group support tailored to individual pupils. You’ll help manage behaviour, support learning activities, and build trusting relationships with the students you work with.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position offers a fantastic platform for graduates looking to develop a long-term career in education, psychology, or therapy. No formal school experience is required—just a calm, empathetic approach and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.

What’s on offer:

• Full-time, long -term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role (Mon–Fri)
• Earn up to £550 per week
• Excellent training and mentorship provided
• Work in a purpose-built, specialist SEN environment
• Ideal pre-professional experience for Educational Psych or SLT careers
• Long-term position from September 2025, with potential for salaried teacher training routes

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

• 2:1 degree or higher (Psychology, Education, or related preferred – all subjects welcome)
• Genuine interest in SEN and child development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience working with SEN, in schools or care settings, is a bonus but not essential
• Right to work in the UK (unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship)

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact and shape your future in education or mental health support.

Apply today to be considered for this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position at a fantastic Manchester SEN school.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Manchester Specialist School - £550 per week

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