Graduate TA - SEN School

Prospero Teaching; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a large SEN school in Willenhall. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a relevant degree and a creative approach to engage pupils with varying needs. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, creating a positive environment, and preparing learning resources. An empathetic and adaptable attitude is essential as you work with students aged 11-19 with complex needs. This position offers a pay of £95 per day depending on experience.

Qualifications

• A recent degree relevant to engagement with pupils.
• Interest in working with pupils with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers to monitor student progress.
• Create a positive classroom environment.
• Prepare engaging learning resources.

Skills

Creative approach to engagement

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Recent degree, preferably in Psychology, Criminology or Education

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN School

Location: Manchester (M18)

Pay: £95 per day, depending on experience

Start Date: 05/01/2026

Hours: 9:30am–3:30pm

Are you a recent graduate looking to pursue a career in education? We are currently working with a large SEN school to recruit graduate teaching assistants to support their team.

The school is an OFSTED rated "Outstanding" school that supports pupils aged between 11‑19 with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teachers and other staff members to monitor progress and development.
• Play a key part in creating a calm, positive classroom environment where learners can thrive.
• Prepare fun and engaging learning resources.

What We Are Looking For

• Recent degree, preferably in Psychology, Criminology or Education.
• A creative, empathetic and adaptable approach to engaging pupils with varying needs.
• Interest in SEN and SEMH (experience is a bonus, but not a must).
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training within the last year (desired; training can be provided).

To Be Eligible for This Role through Prospero Teaching You Must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child‑related references that cover at least the last two years.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.