Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Lotus Recruitment Ltd; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive secondary school in Greenwich seeks a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide individual and small group support to students with autism and ADHD. The role involves promoting a calm learning environment, guiding students in emotional resilience, and closely collaborating with teachers and SEN practitioners. Ideal for recent graduates looking to gain experience in education and psychology, this position offers valuable training and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Recent graduates focusing on education, psychology, or youth work.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with young people.
• Experience or interest in supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Offer one-to-one and small group support for pupils with autism and ADHD.
• Help students stay focused and positively engage in lessons.
• Support teachers in maintaining a calm and structured learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Trust-building

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Full time Term time only 90 PAYE / 106 Umbrella per day
Start date: January

Are you a recent graduate hoping to build meaningful experience in education, psychology or youth work
This supportive secondary school in Greenwich is looking for Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team from January. The school has a calm, inclusive environment and is particularly committed to supporting students with autism, ADHD and a range of communication needs.

About the School

• Secondary school with a strong community feel
• Warm, approachable SEN team who work closely with new staff
• Clear structures in place to support students with additional needs
• Ongoing CPD and regular training sessions across SEN practice
• Graduates at the school have progressed into teacher training and psychology routes

Your Role Day to Day

• Offering one to one and small group support for pupils with autism, ADHD and communication needs
• Helping students regulate, stay focused and positively engage in lessons
• Supporting teachers in creating a calm and structured learning environment
• Encouraging confidence, independence and emotional resilience
• Working closely with skilled SEN practitioners who will mentor you throughout

Who This Suits

• Graduates considering teaching, educational psychology, mental health or therapeutic pathways
• Someone patient, calm and able to build trust with young people
• A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
• Anyone looking for a purposeful role where every day makes a difference

Why This School Could Be Right for You

• A genuinely supportive SEN culture
• Training that helps you understand behaviour, communication and regulation
• A chance to develop practical skills highly valued by future employers and universities
• Direct experience that can shape your long term career path