SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant — Autism & Behaviour Support

The Graduate Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network seeks a Psychology graduate for a SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Smethwick. You will support children with autism, ADHD and emotional/behavioural needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group assistance and implementing behaviour strategies to help learning engagement.

Immediate start until July 2027. The role offers daily rates of £90–£101 in a primary school setting, providing valuable experience for careers in Educational Psychology or SEN support.

Qualifications

• 2:2 or higher in Psychology or closely related field.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Enhanced DBS with children's barred list check required before starting.
• SEN knowledge incl. autism, ADHD, SEBD.
• Patience, resilience and calm handling of challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies to support pupils with emotional/behavioural needs.
• Help pupils with ADHD develop concentration, organisation and task completion.
• Support pupils with autism using visual schedules and clear instructions.
• Deliver structured activities to develop emotional awareness and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCO to follow support plans and monitor progress.

Skills

SEN knowledge

Behaviour support

Patience

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree (2:2 or above)

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

The Graduate Network seeks a Psychology graduate for a SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Smethwick. You will support children with autism, ADHD and emotional/behavioural needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group assistance and implementing behaviour strategies to help learning engagement.

Immediate start until July 2027. The role offers daily rates of £90–£101 in a primary school setting, providing valuable experience for careers in Educational Psychology or SEN support.