Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Lambeth. This full-time role focuses on assisting primary-aged children with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Candidates should be graduates with experience working with children and a passion for SEN. This position is ideal for those looking to build a rewarding career in education or psychology.

Qualifications

• A graduate who can commit to a full-time position.
• Confidence and resilience in challenging situations.
• Experience working with children is essential.
• Previous SEN or ASD experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with complex SEN and ASD.
• Assist with learning activities and behaviour regulation.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Skills

Experience working with children

Confidence

Resilience

Passion for SEN

Education

Graduate degree

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Lambeth

Key Details

Job Title: Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Lambeth

Pay: £90-£95 per day

Contract: Full Time

About the Role

We are looking for a committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Lambeth. This full‑time role involves supporting primary‑aged children with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN), including pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication needs, and social‑emotional challenges.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work both 1:1 and within small groups, helping children access learning, regulate emotions, and develop key skills. Experience working with children is essential, and SEN or ASD experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with complex SEN and ASD
• Assist with learning activities and behaviour regulation
• Implement personalised strategies under teacher and SENCo guidance
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Maintain a calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom environment

What We're Looking For

• A graduate who can commit to a full‑time position
• Someone confident, resilient, and passionate about SEN
• Experience working with children (essential)
• Previous SEN or ASD experience (preferred)
• A strong desire to grow within the role of Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Why This Role?

A position as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Lambeth offers a meaningful and rewarding path for graduates seeking to build a career in education or psychology. If you're enthusiastic, patient, and ready to make a difference, this role in Lambeth could be the perfect next step.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.