Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational support company is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Trowbridge, Wiltshire. The role involves supporting students with learning activities and personal development using creative approaches. Ideal candidates are psychology or education graduates who are patient and compassionate. This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in special educational needs and mental health.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate looking to build experience in special educational needs.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Prior experience with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support students in small class settings.
• Use creative approaches to support communication.
• Build trusting relationships with students.

Skills

Patient

Compassionate

Creative

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education, or Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

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!

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!

Qualifications & Details

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

Don't hesitate, apply today!

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