Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Epping Upland; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment firm is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join Meadowbrook School in Harlow from September 2025. This role involves supporting pupils with additional needs in a specialist environment, enabling their growth and development. Candidates should have a 2:1 degree or higher, strong communication skills, and a passion for education. The position offers up to £600 per week, full-time during term-time.

Benefits

Competitive pay up to £600 per week

Ongoing training from SEN specialists

Experience with onsite therapists and professionals

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Previous experience with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with a variety of needs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Encourage communication, independence, and resilience.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

2:1 degree or higher in Psychology or Education

Job description

Overview

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – SEN Primary School

Harlow | September 2025 Start | Up to £600 per week | Full-Time, Term-Time

Are you a graduate looking to kickstart your career in education or child development? Do you want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

The School

Meadowbrook School, a specialist SEN primary in Harlow, is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September 2025. The school is recognised locally for its inclusive ethos, tailored curriculum, and outstanding pastoral care. With small class sizes, a high staff-to-pupil ratio, and modern therapeutic facilities, Meadowbrook provides a safe, nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

The Role

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with a variety of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech & language difficulties, and SEMH (social, emotional & mental health).
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions, ensuring pupils can access the curriculum at their own pace.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and personalised strategies.
• Encourage children to develop communication, independence, and resilience both in the classroom and beyond.
• Contribute to a positive, therapeutic learning environment that values creativity, patience, and encouragement.

Why Join Meadowbrook School?

• Competitive pay – up to £600 per week (experience dependent)
• Full-time, long-term role – Monday to Friday, term-time only
• Ongoing training from SEN specialists, with CPD opportunities in areas such as communication strategies, de-escalation techniques, and sensory regulation
• Gain hands-on experience with speech & language therapists, educational psychologists, and occupational therapists working onsite
• An excellent springboard for careers in:
  • SEN & Primary Teaching
  • Educational Psychology
  • Speech & Language Therapy
  • Child & Adolescent Mental Health

About You

• A 2:1 degree or higher – Psychology, Education, or related subjects particularly suited
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable, with a positive approach to challenges
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Previous experience with SEN (through schools, care, youth work, or volunteering) is advantageous but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

If you’re a graduate who is eager to make a real impact while gaining invaluable SEN experience, apply today to join Meadowbrook School in Harlow as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant.

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