Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Calne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in Calne is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to work with children with additional needs. This role involves supporting students with their learning and personal development, utilizing creative approaches to aid communication. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Psychology, Education, or Health & Social Care, along with a genuine passion for helping young people. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable experience and undergo training in SEN and mental health strategies.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Psychology, Education or Health & Social Care.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Prior experience with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support students in small class settings and with personal development.
• Use creative approaches for communication and engagement.
• Build trusting relationships with students.
• Work with educational professionals to develop support strategies.
• Assist students in building life skills and managing challenging behaviours.

Skills

Kindness

Patience

Compassion

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education, or Health & Social Care

Job description

Are you a psychology, education, or social sciences graduate looking for hands‑on experience in special educational needs (SEN) and mental health? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs while gaining invaluable experience for your future career?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

A fantastic school in Calne are seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as next week. This school supports children and teenagers aged 3 to 16 with a range of additional learning needs including: Autism, Speech and Language Difficulties, learning disabilities, mental health challenges and physical disabilities.

The Role:

• Support students in a small class setting, helping them with learning activities and personal development.
• Use creative and therapeutic approaches (e.g., sensory play, Makaton, PECS) to support communication and engagement.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and become a positive role model in their lives.
• Work closely with the teachers, speech therapists, and educational psychologists to develop tailored support strategies.
• Help students build life skills, as well as manage and handle challenging behaviours.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are a recent graduate, looking to build your experience in SEN and mental health. You will gain on‑the‑job training in autism strategies, behaviour management and communication techniques - excellent skills for those considering a career in Educational psychology, Speech Therapy, or Counselling.

The school is seeking a graduate with a degree in Psychology, Education or Health & Social Care, who is kind, patient and compassionate. While prior experience working with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial, a genuine passion for supporting young people is the most important factor!

• Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
• Calne
• 85 to 95 per day
• ASAP Start
• Psychology Graduate Opportunity!

If you are interested in this role then click 'APPLY NOW'!

Location:

Calne, Wiltshire, Calne, Wiltshire, Calne

Position:

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