Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization in Newcastle seeks a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role. Ideal for psychology graduates interested in supporting children with complex learning needs. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN, implementing behaviour support plans, and aiding their emotional development. This position offers weekly pay of £500–£550 and extensive training, making it an excellent stepping stone for a career in education or psychology.

Benefits

Weekly pay of £500–£550

Extensive SEN and safeguarding training

Mentoring from experienced SEN professionals

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Psychology, Education, or related subjects.
• Patient and empathetic approach is essential.
• Previous experience in SEN, care, or youth work beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Assist in implementing behaviour support plans and delivering targeted interventions.
• Create a safe, structured environment for pupils' academic and emotional development.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Resilience

Education

Degree at 2:1 or above

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Newcastle Specialist School – £500–£550 per week – Full-Time

Are you a psychology graduate (or similar) with a strong interest in SEN and inclusive education? Would you like to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with complex learning and additional needs? Are you considering a future career in SEN teaching, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or mental health support?

The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals, you will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, help pupils regulate emotions, and assist them in accessing learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

You will play a key role in implementing behaviour support plans, delivering targeted interventions, and creating a safe, structured environment where pupils can develop both academically and emotionally.

This role is particularly well suited to graduates considering long‑term careers in psychology, therapy, or specialist education, offering first‑hand experience of inclusive and therapeutic practice.

What’s on Offer

• Full‑time, long‑term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role
• Weekly pay of £500–£550
• Supportive Newcastle specialist SEN school
• Extensive SEN, safeguarding, and behaviour management training
• Mentoring from experienced SEN teachers and professionals
• Excellent preparation for PGCE, MSc Psychology, or therapy pathways

Ideal Candidate

• Degree at 2:1 or above (Psychology, Education, or related subjects beneficial)
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEN
• Previous SEN, care, or youth work experience is advantageous but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Newcastle offers a fantastic opportunity to build specialist experience while making a real difference to the lives of young people.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in a Newcastle specialist school.