Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEND (Ages 4–19)

Step Into Teaching Limited; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching Limited is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school near Blackburn. You will support pupils aged 4–19, working with teachers to enable access to learning and help pupils build confidence from day one.

The role is full-time, term-time only, with an ASAP start and a contract running through to July 2027. You will gain hands-on classroom experience and develop skills in behaviour management and personalised support for SEND learners.

Qualifications

• Hold a 2:2 degree or above in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education or a related subject.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Can confidently engage, motivate and build positive relationships with pupils.
• Are proactive, positive, reliable and enthusiastic.
• Demonstrate empathy, resilience and a determination to make a difference.
• Are committed to the full academic year, until July 2027.
• Communicate effectively and work well as part of a wider team.
• Are eager to learn, develop and gain experience within a specialist education setting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their educational, social, emotional and physical development.
• Providing 1:1 and/or small-group support within the classroom.
• Helping pupils access learning activities and achieve outcomes outlined in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Supporting children with a range of SEND, including autism, learning difficulties, behavioural etc.
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement and communication.
• Using communication approaches, visual aids etc
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, classroom management and pupil engagement.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

2:2 degree or above in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education or a related subject

Job description

Step Into Teaching Limited is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school near Blackburn. You will support pupils aged 4–19, working with teachers to enable access to learning and help pupils build confidence from day one.

The role is full-time, term-time only, with an ASAP start and a contract running through to July 2027. You will gain hands-on classroom experience and develop skills in behaviour management and personalised support for SEND learners.