Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEND/SEMH Support

Smile Education; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Leicester to support students with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers to ensure that all pupils can achieve their potential. The ideal candidate should have a degree in psychology or a related field and experience working with young people with additional needs.

This full-time position starts on 24th August 2026 and requires enthusiasm and dedication to support students with various challenges in a primary setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in psychology, special educational needs, or inclusion.
• Must have practical experience with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Experience in supporting young people, especially those with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND or SEMH needs in the classroom.
• Collaborate with class teachers and learning support department.
• Provide academic tutoring and emotional support.

Skills

Understanding of special educational needs

Experience with early childhood education

Knowledge of autism and SEMH needs

Education

Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Smile Education is seeking a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Leicester to support students with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers to ensure that all pupils can achieve their potential. The ideal candidate should have a degree in psychology or a related field and experience working with young people with additional needs.

This full-time position starts on 24th August 2026 and requires enthusiasm and dedication to support students with various challenges in a primary setting.