SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is recruiting a SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant for an immediate start at a Good primary school in Ladywood, West Midlands. You will support pupils with Autism and ADHD, helping them engage with lessons and routines.

Working with the SENCo and class teacher, you will scaffold tasks, use visual timetables, and track progress toward small, measurable gains while maintaining consistency between school and home.

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Clear, confident verbal and written skills.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in SEN, behaviour support and pupil wellbeing.
• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (SEN support, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for SEN pupils with Autism and ADHD.
• Scaffold tasks into clear steps, use visual timetables and routines.
• Note quick wins, share next steps, and keep strategies consistent between home and school.

Skills

Clear communication

Education

Degree (2:2+)

Job description

Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.

Ready to start your career in education while making a difference? Use your calm, consistent approach to support SEN pupils with Autism and ADHD.

• SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Immediate start until July 2027
• £81 - £101 per day
• ‘Good’ primary school, Ladywood
• Support SEN children with Autism and ADHD

What You’ll Do

Work alongside the SENCo and class teacher to provide tailored support for pupils with Autism and ADHD. You’ll scaffold tasks into clear steps, use visual timetables and routines, run short, purposeful group activities, and help pupils regulate and re-engage. You’ll note quick wins, share next steps, and keep strategies consistent between home and school.

Who You Are

A patient, reliable graduate who communicates clearly and builds trust quickly. You follow support plans, keep boundaries fair and firm, and focus on small, measurable gains that build confidence and independence.

Requirements

Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.

Communication – Clear, confident verbal and written skills.

Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.

Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in SEN, behaviour support and pupil wellbeing.

Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (SEN support, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School

A ‘Good’ primary in Ladywood with a strong inclusion ethos and well-established SEN provision. Expect clear routines, practical guidance and a supportive staff team that will help you develop quickly.