Psychology Graduate - SEN School Support

Prospero Teaching; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading teaching agency is seeking Psychology graduates for a role as SEN Teaching Assistants in Manchester. The position requires a commitment to supporting children with various learning abilities and SEN, offering a pathway for graduates to gain valuable experience in education. Successful candidates will receive ongoing professional development and the opportunity to progress to a permanent contract.

Benefits

Free accredited professional development courses

In-house training and development support

Long-term supply contract with prospects for permanent role

Qualifications

• Clean DBS (can be obtained through Prospero Teaching).
• Safeguarding certificate required.
• Experience working in primary schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Build rapport with children to support their social and behavioral needs.
• Work with pupils individually or in groups.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to form relationships

Enthusiastic attitude

Education

DBS certificate

Safeguarding certificate

Degree in Psychology

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Prospero Teaching are looking for strong and ambitious specialist Psychology graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in a SEN school in Oldham and Tameside. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic graduates with an interest in a career in Teaching or education psychology who may have some previous experience in supporting those with learning difficulties, although this is not essential.

The role is more specifically working with groups of children with varying learning ability and who may have special educational needs, who need additional support.

• Location – Oldham & Tameside , Greater Manchester
• Position – SEN Teaching Assistant
• Type of work – 1:1 work with children and young adults with SEN and behavioural difficulties
• Contract or position start date – ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration – Temp – Perm
• Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) – Temporary
• Rate of pay – Minimum rate £
• Hours – 8:30 am – : Mon – Fri (term time only)

Responsibilities:

• Working with and providing support to children with SEN (Special Educational Needs)
• Experience of supporting pupils
• The willingness to provide an environment in which pupils can reach their full potential
• The ability to build rapports with the children, supporting their social and behavioural needs, and acting as a mentor

Role Requirements:

• DBS (clean and relevant) – Can be obtained through Prospero Teaching
• Safeguarding certificate
• A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships
• Previous experience working in primary schools.
• Good knowledge of different forms of SEN.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team
• Long term fixed supply post with a view to a permanent school based contract
• Ideal for graduates looking to gain experience within a primary school