Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Bristol. This role offers hands-on experience in supporting children with special educational needs while providing valuable training for future careers in education and mental health. Ideal for recent graduates in Psychology or Education, the position requires a compassionate individual eager to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate looking for hands-on experience in special educational needs.
• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
• Kind, patient, and compassionate demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning activities and personal development.
• Help build life skills and manage challenging behaviours.
• Work closely with educational professionals to tailor support.

Skills

Support students in a small class setting

Use creative and therapeutic approaches

Build strong, trusting relationships

Collaborate with teachers and therapists

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Education and Training

Degree in Health & Social Care

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a psychology, education, or social sciences graduate in Bristol 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 in education and training for your future career?

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

A fantastic school in the Bristol BS4 area is 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 as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant. 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, Education and Training, Speech Therapy, or Counselling.

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

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Bristol
80 to 95 per day (including holiday pay, DOE)
Psychology Graduate Opportunity!

Apply today!