SEN TA

Ribbons and Reeves Limited; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

SEN experience

Permanent position

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Ribbons and Reeves Limited in Epping, Essex invites a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school on a full‑time basis. You will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, assist teachers with engaging, differentiated activities, and help develop communication and social skills.

Ideal candidates hold a 2:1 degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology or related subjects, with genuine interest in SEN.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a 2:1 degree or above in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology or related subject.
• Genuine interest in Special Educational Needs and inclusive education.
• Immediate start and long-term commitment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist teachers with engaging, differentiated learning activities.
• Help pupils develop communication, social and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with SEN teachers, therapists and support staff.

Skills

1:1 pupil support

Small group support

Differentiated activities

Communication skills

SEN interest

Education

2:1 degree or above (Psychology / Education / Criminology / Sociology)

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Specialist SEN School | Epping, Essex | Immediate Start

Are you a Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education or related graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs? A highly regarded specialist school in the Epping area is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full‑time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Educational Psychologist, Speech & Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Counsellor or Teacher looking to build meaningful experience within a supportive SEN setting. The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Speech & Language needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and associated social, emotional and communication needs. Staff work closely together to provide a calm, structured and nurturing environment where every pupil can succeed.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | The Role

• Full‑time, long‑term position with the opportunity to become permanent
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting teachers with engaging, differentiated learning activities
• Helping pupils develop communication, social and emotional skills
• Working alongside experienced SEN Teachers, Therapists and support staff
• Immediate start available

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | The Ideal Candidate

• A graduate with a 2:1 degree or above (Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology or related subjects welcomed)
• Genuine interest in Special Educational Needs and inclusive education
• Positive, resilient and proactive personality
• Previous experience with children, tutoring, mentoring, care or SEN is desirable but not essential
• Looking to gain long‑term experience before further training or postgraduate study

What the School Offers

• Exceptional training and development opportunities
• Experience across a broad range of SEN needs
• Support from experienced leaders, teachers and therapists
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference to young people's lives