SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full‑Time, September Start

Aspire People Limited; Birstall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check provided

Dedicated Aspire People consultant

Professional development and SEN培训

Job summary

Aspire People is working with a primary school in Leicester to recruit a compassionate SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in September. You will support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and develop key life skills in a nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds a 2:2 degree (ideally Psychology), has experience with children or young people, and demonstrates patience, empathy and excellent communication. Competitive rate £100-£105/day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree, ideally in Psychology or related subject.
• Experience working with children or young people in schools, care settings, tutoring, youth work or volunteering.
• Ability to support pupils with complex needs including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN, MLD/SLD, and sensory processing difficulties.
• Patient, resilient, empathetic and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to learning.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Support children inside and outside the classroom, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe and engaged in school.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and parents to deliver consistent support.
• Help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

2:2 undergraduate degree

Psychology degree

Job description

Aspire People is working with a primary school in Leicester to recruit a compassionate SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in September. You will support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and develop key life skills in a nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds a 2:2 degree (ideally Psychology), has experience with children or young people, and demonstrates patience, empathy and excellent communication. Competitive rate £100-£105/day.