Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Educational Support

Milk Education; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN across Nottingham. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning and reach targets.

A degree in psychology, education or related field is preferred; strong communication, empathy and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential. This role offers hands-on experience in education, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology or a related field.
• Experience or interest in SEN environments is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN needs
• Support students in accessing learning activities and achieving individual targets
• Build positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and social development
• Assist with communication, confidence-building, and independence skills
• Promote positive behaviour and implement effective behaviour-management strategies
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure consistent support
• An undergraduate degree (e.g. Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, or a related field)
• Relevant experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Ability to work collaboratively and use initiative when required

Skills

Communication skills

Rapport-building

Empathy

Team collaboration

Patient approach

Education

Undergraduate degree in Psychology / Education / Criminology / Sociology / related field

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN across Nottingham. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning and reach targets.

A degree in psychology, education or related field is preferred; strong communication, empathy and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential. This role offers hands-on experience in education, safeguarding and inclusive practice.