Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Totnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs in Totnes. The role offers invaluable classroom experience as you assist teachers and help create an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree at 2:2 or above and a caring approach towards young people. This full-time position runs Monday to Friday during term time until July 2026, with a competitive salary of £400-450 per week.

Qualifications

• A degree at 2:2 or above is essential.
• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to young people required.
• Understanding the needs of young people with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Help create a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Caring and patient approach

Teamwork

Passion for supporting students with learning difficulties

Education

Degree at 2:2 or above

Job description

Role details

Location: Totnes, Devon and surrounding areas
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday (term time only)
Start Date: Within the next month (until July 2026)
Salary: £400 - 450 per week

Overview

Are you a graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are seeking passionate, enthusiastic, and committed individuals to join a fantastic SEN school in Totnes and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to spend a full academic year working as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, gaining invaluable classroom experience before pursuing teacher training or a career in education.

The school supports students aged 7‑18 across multiple sites, each specialising in different Key Stages. Their nurturing, inclusive environment focuses on academic progress, emotional well‑being, and building resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to students with SEN
• Support students inside and outside the classroom to help them engage fully in learning
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery, classroom activities, and behaviour support
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Encourage students' academic, social, and emotional development
• Maintain high expectations for student progress and engagement
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet individual needs

Qualifications

• A degree at 2:2 or above
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for supporting students with learning difficulties
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• An understanding of the needs of young people with SEN (desirable)
• Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)
• Commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities
• A valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one)