SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Stevenage; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Stevenage. This role is ideal for Psychology or Criminology graduates eager to apply their knowledge in a practical setting. You will support vulnerable young individuals with special educational needs, helping them navigate their learning and emotional challenges. With full training and mentorship from experienced professionals, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while gaining invaluable experience in the education sector. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Full training and professional development

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology or Criminology with a passion for SEN.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient individual eager to support vulnerable youth.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to create a nurturing environment.

Skills

Empathy

Emotional Intelligence

Understanding of Behaviour

Calm Under Pressure

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Job description

Are you a Psychology or Criminology Graduate in Stevenage or the surrounding areas? Looking to Make a Real Difference?

SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-Time | Immediate Start | Stevenage

Are you passionate about understanding behaviour, supporting vulnerable young people, and applying your academic knowledge in a practical, meaningful way?

We're on the lookout for a compassionate, proactive, and emotionally intelligent SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic, inclusive school in the education and training sector that supports children and young people with a range of special educational needs - including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges.

This is a perfect opportunity in Stevenage for a psychology or criminology graduate who's eager to gain hands-on experience in a setting where theory meets real life as a SEN Teaching Assistant. Whether you're exploring a career in the education and training sector as an educational psychologist, mental health professional, youth justice worker, or teacher, this role will give you the insight, experience, and impact you're craving.

What you'll be doing:

1. Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups with their learning, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
2. Applying your understanding of behaviour, trauma, and developmental psychology in the classroom.
3. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to create a nurturing, structured environment.
4. Building trust, setting boundaries, and becoming a positive, consistent role model.

What we're looking for:

1. A graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or a related subject.
2. Someone calm under pressure, empathetic, and emotionally resilient.
3. A genuine interest in SEN, mental health, or youth support work.
4. Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals (desirable but not essential).

What you'll get in return:

1. A unique chance to use your degree in a real-world setting.
2. Full training and continuous professional development.
3. Mentorship from experienced SEN professionals and psychologists.
4. Opportunities to progress into roles like Educational Psychologist, Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teacher, or Youth Worker.
5. A supportive, welcoming team that values fresh perspectives and big hearts.

Location: Stevenage

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time

Salary: £460 - £500 a week

Ready to take the first step in a life-changing career as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Stevenage?

Apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant position now to take the first steps in the education and training sector. Become part of a team that's transforming futures - one young person at a time.