Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant: Supportive, Impactful Roles

Prospero Teaching; Runshaw Moor; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is hiring a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Preston to support pupils with a range of additional needs in a specialist SEN school. You will provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support, adapting your approach to each learner's learning and communication needs.

The ideal candidate holds a 2:1 in Psychology or related subject, shows a genuine interest in SEN, and is patient, empathetic and dependable.

Qualifications

• 2:1 or above in Psychology or a related subject.
• Genuine interest in supporting children with SEN.
• Patient, empathetic and dependable.
• Able to build positive relationships and respond calmly to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support according to pupil needs.
• Assist pupils to access activities using clear instructions and adapted resources.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Reinforce routines with consistent encouragement and guidance.
• Develop learner confidence, participation and independence.
• Record observations and share with teachers to inform plans.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Reliability

Relationship building

Education

2:1 in Psychology or related subject

Job description

Prospero Teaching is hiring a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Preston to support pupils with a range of additional needs in a specialist SEN school. You will provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support, adapting your approach to each learner's learning and communication needs.

The ideal candidate holds a 2:1 in Psychology or related subject, shows a genuine interest in SEN, and is patient, empathetic and dependable.