SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Education Network; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking a SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism and Down syndrome at a Wolverhampton primary school. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, adapting lessons to develop communication, independence and early academic skills.

This Good-rated school requires a degree in psychology or related subject, GCSEs in English and Maths, and an enhanced DBS. Immediate start through July 2027 with collaboration alongside teachers and the SENCO.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related discipline required.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade 4/C or above).
• Enhanced DBS with relevant children’s barred list check required; obtain before starting.

Responsibilities

• Adapt 1:1 and small-group tasks to pupil needs.
• Reinforce phonics, writing and number skills through structured activities.
• Use visual prompts and agreed communication approaches to aid understanding.
• Support transitions, emotional regulation and participation in routines.
• Encourage turn-taking, peer interaction and independence during group activities.
• Record progress and follow individual plans with teachers and SENCO.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Communication

Confidence building

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:2 or above)

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Enhanced DBS with children's barred list

Job description

Could you help children with autism and Down syndrome take part in learning and grow in confidence?

Support pupils individually and in small groups at a Wolverhampton primary school, adapting lessons and developing communication, independence and early academic skills.

*** SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

*** Immediate start until July 2027

*** ‘Good’ primary school based in Wolverhampton

*** 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism and Down syndrome

Your Duties

• Adapt 1:1 and small-group tasks to each pupil's learning, communication and sensory needs.
• Reinforce phonics, writing and number skills through practical, structured activities.
• Use visual prompts and agreed communication approaches to aid understanding.
• Support transitions, emotional regulation and participation in daily routines.
• Encourage turn-taking, peer interaction and independence during group activities.
• Record progress and follow individual plans with teachers and the SENCO.

The School

This ‘Good’ Wolverhampton primary school needs a graduate to help pupils with autism and Down syndrome access classroom learning. You will work with teachers and the SENCO to provide consistent, individualised support. The post offers useful experience of inclusive teaching, communication development and targeted interventions for anyone considering Educational Psychology or specialist SEN education.

The Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in Psychology or a closely related discipline.
• GCSEs – English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Enhanced DBS – An Enhanced DBS with the appropriate children's barred list check is required; you must hold or obtain this before starting.
• SEN Knowledge – Awareness of autism, Down syndrome and individual learning differences.
• Personal Qualities – Patience, adaptability and confidence building positive pupil relationships.
• Experience – Childcare, SEN support or volunteering is desirable, not essential.