Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Manchester

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is looking for Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants for mainstream secondary schools in Manchester starting September. These rewarding roles involve supporting students with special educational needs, and candidates should possess a Psychology degree or related qualification. Ideal for those considering a career in education.

Benefits

Long-term and short-term placements

Opportunities across inclusive schools

Excellent experience for educational career

Competitive pay

Ongoing support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a UK degree related to the national curriculum.
• Previous experience supporting students with SEND in various settings.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and within school-based SEN hubs.
• Help pupils with SEN, including SEMH needs, achieve their full potential.
• Work in mainstream secondary school environments.

Skills

Calm approach

Patience

Resilience

Education

UK degree in Psychology

Degree related to the national curriculum

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants - September Start
Mainstream Secondary Schools - Manchester
Short-term and Long-term Roles Available

Are you a recent Psychology graduate or hold a UK degree related to the national curriculum? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and mental health challenges? Aspire People are looking for Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to join mainstream secondary schools across Manchester for September starts.

These rewarding roles involve working 1:1 with students, supporting within school-based SEN hubs or alternative provision units. You'll play a key role in helping pupils with SEN, including SEMH needs, to achieve their full potential in a mainstream environment.

The ideal candidate will have:
A UK degree in Psychology or a curriculum-related subject
Previous experience supporting students with SEND (in school, care, or youth settings)
A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Two years of referenceable experience
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
A genuine passion for making a difference in students' lives

What we offer:
Long-term and short-term placements to suit your availability
Opportunities across a range of inclusive and supportive secondary schools
Excellent experience for those considering a career in educational psychology or teaching
Competitive pay and ongoing support from our experienced consultants

If you're committed to supporting young people with additional needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.