Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Rochdale. The role offers full-time, long-term employment with a salary of up to £550 per week starting in September 2025. Ideal for recent graduates aiming for a career in education or therapy, providing invaluable experience in a supportive environment focused on children with special educational needs.

Benefits

Excellent mentorship and CPD

Supportive school community

Valuable experience for future careers

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a 2:1 degree or higher (Psychology or Education preferred).
• Genuine desire to support children with special educational needs.
• Previous experience in care or SEN environments is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and emotional support on a 1:1 basis.
• Assist with tailored learning activities.
• Encourage communication and social skills development.

Skills

Calm and patient approach

Empathy towards SEN children

Ability to support emotional development

Education

2:1 degree or above in Psychology or Education

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31.07.2025

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Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Rochdale – Full-Time – Up to £550 per week

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs?

Do you have a 2:1 or higher in Psychology or a related degree?

Maybe you’re hoping to pursue a career in Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or SEN Teaching in the future?

An outstanding specialist secondary SEN school in Rochdale is looking for a dedicated and empathetic Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is an ideal opportunity to gain meaningful experience in a setting focused on pupils with autism, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to register your interest in this exciting Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role.

About the role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis to provide academic and emotional support. You’ll help deliver tailored learning activities, assist with behaviour regulation, and encourage communication and social skills development.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience before progressing into further study or training within education, therapy, or mental health support.

What you’ll get:

• A full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position (Monday to Friday)
• Earn up to £550 per week
• Long-term role from September 2025
• Excellent mentorship and CPD from experienced SEN professionals
• A supportive and welcoming specialist school community in Rochdale
• Valuable experience for anyone interested in future work in education, psychology, or therapy

Who we’re looking for – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

• A recent graduate with a 2:1 degree or above (Psychology or Education degrees are a bonus, but not essential)
• A calm, patient, and understanding approach to supporting young people
• Previous experience working with SEN or in care environments is desirable, but not required
• A genuine desire to make a positive impact in an SEN setting
• Must have the right to work in the UK (unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship)

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is a brilliant stepping stone into the world of education and support services. Whether you’re heading for a PGCE, an MSc, or simply want to explore a career in SEN, this experience will be both rewarding and professionally valuable.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to be considered for this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Rochdale.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Role – Rochdale Specialist School – Up to £550 per week