Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding primary school

Professional development

Career stepping stone in education

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is helping a primary school in St Helens, WA10, to recruit a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant. The role offers one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs, helping them progress academically and emotionally.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in psychology, education, or a related subject, with a passion for SEN. This full-time position runs Monday to Friday and provides valuable classroom experience within an outstanding school.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Education or a related subject is desirable.
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient with a proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with children or SEN is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Support academic progress, emotional development and social skills.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and build confidence and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and school team to deliver tailored support.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Adapt approach to meet individual learning and behavioural needs.

Skills

Graduate

SEN support

Communication skills

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education or related

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: St Helens, WA10

£100-£120 per day | Full-time | Monday to Friday

Are you a graduate looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

We are recruiting on behalf of an outstanding primary school in St Helens seeking a passionate and motivated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in education, supporting children with special educational needs and making a meaningful difference to their learning, development and confidence.

Whether you have a background in Psychology, Education or a related subject, this role offers the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and build a strong foundation for a future career in teaching, educational psychology or specialist SEN support.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Support children's academic progress, emotional development and social skills.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to deliver tailored support.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning and behavioural needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• A degree in Psychology, Education or a related subject is desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Previous experience working with children or SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• A desire to develop professionally and make a lasting impact.

What's on Offer?

• £100-£120 per day, depending on experience.
• Full-time, Monday-to-Friday opportunities.
• The chance to work within an outstanding primary school.
• Valuable classroom experience and professional development.
• An excellent stepping stone towards a career in education, psychology or SEN.