Special Needs Support - Graduate Role

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic graduates to join their Special Needs Support team in Salford. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students with diverse needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Severe Learning Difficulties. You'll be part of a vibrant and supportive environment, collaborating with teachers and therapists to create tailored learning experiences. If you're passionate about inclusion and eager to make a difference in students' lives, this is the perfect role for you. Join us and start a meaningful career in education or social care!

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support for DBS checks

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Recent graduates in psychology, sociology, nursing, or education encouraged to apply.
• Experience with special educational needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 or in small groups to enhance their learning.
• Use visual aids and structured routines to aid student engagement.

Skills

Psychological Support

Communication Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Sociology

Degree in Nursing

Degree in Education

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Special Needs Support - Graduate Role, Salford

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Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Salford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Special Needs Support - Graduate Role

Opportunities across Salford, Bolton & Warrington / Competitive (£90+ per day) / Full-time and AdHoc roles available - Term-time only / ASAP (following registration)

We’re on the hunt for an enthusistic recent graduate or final year student to join our SEN Team at Teaching Personnel working closely with our SEN school and specialist provisions across Salford, Bolton and Warrington. You’ll be stepping into a vibrant, warm, and highly supportive environment with a dedicated consultant working with you to support your placement.

What kind of students will I support?

You'll be working closely with students who may have:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – which can impact how students communicate, interact socially, and process the world around them.
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) – meaning some students need extra time and support with things like reading, writing, speaking, or daily routines.
• Other additional needs – this might include speech and language difficulties, sensory processing challenges, anxiety, or behaviours that communicate unmet needs.

These young people are brilliant, full of potential, and just need the right support to shine — that’s where you come in.

What will I be doing?

• Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups, helping them stay engaged and feel safe in their learning environment.
• Using strategies like visual aids, structured routines, sensory regulation, and positive behaviour support to help students succeed.
• Encouraging communication and confidence — whether that’s helping a student learn a new word, develop friendships, or simply feel heard and understood.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other TAs to deliver tailored learning and care plans.
• Helping students learn essential life skills, build independence, and enjoy their school day.

Who is this role perfect for?

This could be an amazing fit if you:

• Are a psychology, sociology, nursing or education graduate.
• Have a calm, nurturing and proactive approach — SEN support requires flexibility and emotional intelligence.
• Are passionate about inclusion, equality, and seeing students for who they are — not just their diagnosis.
• Wanting to gain expereince with Mental health, Special Educational Needs, Education or Social care.

Whether you’re looking to build a long-term career in education, psychology, therapy or social care — or you simply want a role that’s meaningful, active, and full of purpose — this is a fantastic place to start.

Hit "Apply Now", send us your CV, and one of our team will be in touch for a friendly chat about the role, your experience, and next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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