Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Affinity Workforce Solutions; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants in Gloucester to support children with special educational needs. This role offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and the chance to work in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates are resilient and eager to make a difference in children's lives, engaging in 1:1 and group work. Join us to make a real impact during a crucial stage of each child's development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team

Opportunities to work across multiple settings

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with Autism is desirable.
• Must hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Eager to learn and grow in the SEN field.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care and learning support to children.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment tailored to pupil's needs.
• Support pupils in both 1:1 and group settings.

Skills

Experience in SEN

Ability to build relationships

Behaviour management skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Are you a Psychology or Counselling graduate looking to make a real difference in children's lives?

Or

Do you have experience supporting individuals with special educational needs?

We're recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join our partnered multi site school in Fishponds. The school supports children with a range of needs including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism, and Complex Needs.

Affinity Workforce partners with five specialist settings across Barton Hill and Fishponds - Infants, Juniors, Secondary, Sixth Form, and a Behavioural setting. You'll work in 1:1, 2:1, or small group settings, providing essential care and learning support during a crucial stage of each child's development.

About the Role

Whether you're an experienced TA or a psychology graduate eager to learn, this role offers a chance to grow your skills and make a lasting impact. You'll help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment tailored to each pupil's needs. Most support will be 1:1, with opportunities for group work to encourage social learning and peer relationships.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience in SEN or with individuals with Autism (desirable)
• Is resilient, confident, and calm under pressure
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Has excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Is eager to learn and grow in the SEN field
• Is proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Holds (or is willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Why Join Affinity Workforce?

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing training and development
• Recent Ofsted rating: Outstanding - "A place where pupils feel safe, secure, and understood."
• Supportive, friendly team and clear mentorship
• Opportunities to work across multiple settings
• Your wellbeing matters—we're here to support you

If you're passionate about supporting children with SEN and want to explore a career in education, psychology, or therapy, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey with Affinity Workforce.