Primary SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant – September Start

Stepintoteaching; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching is offering a rewarding opportunity for psychology graduates as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Walsall. This full-time role focuses on supporting children with additional needs, providing invaluable experience for those pursuing a career in education or psychology. The position is term-time only and provides a supportive environment where you can make a tangible difference in students' lives. Ideal candidates will possess empathy, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a degree in Psychology or similar.
• Motivated to support students with additional needs.
• Enthusiastic about a career in teaching or educational psychology.

Responsibilities

• Support young learners with SEND, making learning accessible.
• Work collaboratively in a primary school environment.
• Engage and motivate students to enhance their learning experience.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Psychology or related subject (2:2 or above)

Job description

Are you a psychology graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain hands-on experience in a primary school setting?

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a lasting impact in their learning journey?

Then look no further – Step Into Teaching are here to help you!

Who are Step Into Teaching?
We are a pre-teacher training programme designed to support and encourage graduates like yourself to step confidently into the world of education. We offer one full academic year of practical, school-based experience – the perfect foundation for a long-term, successful career in teaching, educational psychology, or SEND support. This experience will help you qualify for teacher training and give you real insight into whether a career in education is the right path for you.

What can we offer?
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a vibrant and inclusiveprimary school in WS1 (Walsall)as aSEN Teaching Assistant. The school is keen to find a graduate who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and has a genuine interest in a future career in education or psychology.

For this role, the ideal graduate will:

• Hold a degree in Psychology or a related subject (2:2 or above)
• Be patient, empathetic, and motivated to support young learners with SEND
• Be a proactive and adaptable team player with a can-do attitude
• Be enthusiastic about making learning accessible, inclusive, and engaging
• Show excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be reflective, reliable, and keen to develop professionally
• Have an interest in becoming a teacher or pursuing a career in educational psychology

The opportunity:

• WS1 (Walsall)
• Full-time role: Monday - Friday
• Start Date: September
• £480 - £520 per week – term time only

Make a difference every day and help change a child’s life.
So are you ready to contribute to shaping the world of tomorrow?

How to apply for the Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant :

Click 'Apply' and email your CV to [e-mail]

***Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***

***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***

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