SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time | Psychology Graduate

Aspire People; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 19,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

September start

SEN-focused training

Dedicated consultant guidance

Career development in education/psych

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Hinckley, starting in September. The ideal candidate is a Psychology graduate or someone with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs, aiming to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs.

You will work with pupils one-to-one and in small groups, adapting activities and promoting wellbeing, under the guidance of experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree, ideally in Psychology or a related discipline.
• Experience working with children or young people through schools, tutoring, care, coaching, youth work, or voluntary roles.
• Able to support children with SEN including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN, MLD/SLD, and sensory needs.
• Compassionate, resilient, and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Adapt learning activities to suit individual needs and learning styles.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop communication, social, and life skills.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals to ensure high-quality support.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Interest in SEN

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting an SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Hinckley, starting in September. The ideal candidate is a Psychology graduate or someone with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs, aiming to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs.

You will work with pupils one-to-one and in small groups, adapting activities and promoting wellbeing, under the guidance of experienced staff.