Graduate SEN Support Assistant

Graduate SEN Support Assistant – Launch Your Career in Education

East Manchester | Full-Time | Perfect for 2026 Graduates

Are you about to graduate and ready to start a career that genuinely makes a difference?

If you’re looking for a role where you can build real-world experience, develop invaluable skills, and positively impact young lives from day one, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Teaching Personnel are excited to be recruiting passionate, driven graduates to support a range of primary, secondary, and specialist schools across East Manchester this September.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn’t just your first job, it’s a career launchpad.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll gain meaningful, hands-on experience while exploring a future in education, psychology, or support services.

✨ What you’ll gain:

• Practical experience working with children with a range of additional needs
• Highly transferable skills for careers in Education, Educational Psychology, Therapy, Social Care, and Youth Work
• FREE accredited training in SEN, behaviour support, and safeguarding
• The chance to explore different school environments before committing long-term
• A strong stepping stone into Teacher Training or Educational Psychology

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in supporting students to thrive, both academically and emotionally.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, and communication needs)
• Helping students build confidence, manage emotions, and develop independence
• Using creative and adaptive approaches to make learning accessible
• Working alongside SENCOs, therapists, and specialist staff

From your very first day, you’ll be making a real impact while developing confidence, resilience, and professional skills.

✅ Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for enthusiastic graduates who are ready to learn and grow.

Ideal backgrounds include:

• Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies
• Sociology, Criminology, Social Sciences
• Sport, Health & Social Care, Youth Work
• Or any graduate with a genuine passion for supporting young people

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Positive, patient, and empathetic
• Confident and willing to support diverse needs
• Proactive and reliable with a strong work ethic
• Available Monday–Friday (8:30am–3:30pm)
• Willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS

What You’ll Get in Return

We’re committed to supporting your career as much as you support students.

• Competitive weekly pay
• Free CPD training (SEN, behaviour management, safeguarding & more)
• Long-term roles with potential for permanent positions
• A dedicated consultant to guide and support you
• Welcoming, inclusive school environments
• Flexible start dates to suit you

Ready to Kickstart Your Career?

Start your journey with experience that truly matters, for your future and for the young people you’ll support.

Apply today and take the first step towards a meaningful, rewarding career with Teaching Personnel.

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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