SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton to support pupils with Autism, EBD and ADHD. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, under the SENCO and teaching staff, delivering tailored interventions to build communication and literacy/numeracy skills.

You are a reliable graduate with patience and clear communication, following plans and maintaining boundaries to foster a positive learning environment. DBS clearance is required or to be obtained.

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS held or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/SEN and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored SEN support alongside teachers, breaking tasks into manageable steps.
• Record progress notes and coordinate next actions with staff and parents to ensure consistency.

Skills

Communication

Child experience

DBS check

Interest in SEN

Education

Degree – 2:2 or above

Job description

SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

Want a paid role that builds real SEN experience ahead of teacher training or Ed Psych routes? Support pupils with Autism, EBD and ADHD through calm, structured guidance that makes learning stick.

• SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant
• November start until July 2027
• £81 - £101 per day
• ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Wolverhampton
• Autism, EBD and ADHD support on a 1:1 and small group basis

What you’ll do:

Work alongside the SENCO and class teachers to deliver tailored support. You’ll break tasks into manageable steps, use visual schedules and clear routines, and run short, purposeful interventions that build communication, self-regulation and core literacy/numeracy. You’ll capture quick progress notes and agree next actions with staff and parents so support stays consistent.

Who you are:

A reliable graduate with steady patience and clear communication. You follow support plans, keep boundaries fair and firm, and build trust quickly—especially with learners who find school challenging.

Requirements

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Strong verbal and written skills.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willing 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:

An ‘Outstanding’ primary in Wolverhampton with excellent systems, a skilled SEN team and well-resourced classrooms. You’ll receive practical coaching and regular check-ins so you can make impact quickly and grow professionally.