Graduate Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,158 - 18,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD & training

Consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated primary SEN school in Bury. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with autism, SEMH, SLCN and other needs, both one-to-one and in small groups, helping learners access lessons and achieve targets.

This role offers ongoing CPD, a supportive team, and daily pay. A genuine passion for SEN education and safeguarding commitment are essential for success in this school community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Resilient, patient, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond positively to challenging behaviour.
• Comfortable supporting personal care requirements.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Genuine passion for SEN education.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support the implementation of ILPs.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation.
• Assist with personal care needs where required.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and communication development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

Communication

Behaviour support

Personal care

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School - Bury

Location: Bury

Pay: £93-£103 per day

Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you a graduate with experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you looking to gain specialist school-based experience while making a genuine difference to the lives of pupils with additional needs?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary SEN school in Bury. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or other child-centred professions.

About the Role

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional learning needs. You will help create a positive and structured learning environment, enabling pupils to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The role will involve supporting pupils on both a one-to-one basis and within small groups, helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual targets.

About the School

This inclusive primary SEN school supports pupils with a variety of complex and additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Learning difficulties
• Sensory impairments
• Complex needs

The school is committed to providing personalised support through small class sizes, specialist interventions, and a nurturing approach that prioritises both educational achievement and pupil wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
• Support the implementation of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence
• Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation
• Assist with personal care needs where required
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and communication development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil development
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Resilient, patient, and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to respond positively to challenging behaviour
• Comfortable supporting personal care requirements
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Genuine passion for SEN education

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within a specialist or SEN setting
• Knowledge of ASD, SEMH, SLCN, or complex needs
• Team Teach training or willingness to undertake training
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in education or child development

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £93-£100 per day
• Long-term opportunity within a specialist primary SEN setting
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training
• Supportive school environment with experienced staff
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs